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Gastric polyps are abnormal growths found on the mucosal lining of the stomach. They are uncommon and are often found by chance during an upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy used to look for other problems.
Fundic gland polyps are a type of gastric polyp that usually occurs in the upper part of the stomach, called the fundus. These polyps do not cause cancer, except in people with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). FAP is a genetic disorder that significantly increases a personâs risk for stomach and colon cancer.