Description

Colonic polyps are abnormal growths that form on the lining of the colon. They can vary in size and shape and may be benign or precursors to colorectal cancer. Regular screening is important for early detection and management.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may refer to colonic polyps using terms like 'pólipos intestinales' or 'pólipos colónicos', which are regional variations. It is important to maintain a formal register and use the canonical term provided in clinical contexts to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor recommended a colonoscopy to check for colonic polyps.

ES: El médico recomendó una colonoscopia para verificar la presencia de pólipos del colon.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'colonic polyps' with 'diverticulitis'; mixing up terms for similar conditions like 'pólipos gástricos'; mispronouncing 'pólipos' as 'pólipos' with incorrect emphasis.