Difference Between Adenomas and Hyperplastic Polyps
What are adenomas and hyperplastic polyps? Both adenomas and hyperplastic polyps are two types of polyps (abnormal tissue growth on a mucous membrane like colon or endometrium). Adenomatous polyps have the potential to become malignant (cancerous). However, hyperplastic polyps have least probability of becoming malignant (cancerous)
Similarity Both adenomas and hyperplastic polyps are types of polyps Adenomas
Adenomatous polyps are the most common type of polyps. These appear gland like extensions that grow or develop on the mucous membrane (he moist, inner lining of some organs and body cavities) that lines the large intestine (colon).