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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.
Adenomas are the least common type of gastric polyp. Like gastric hyperplastic polyps, they are often found in the antrum and occur in the presence of chronic inflammation. Unlike hyperplastic polyps, however, adenomas significantly increase the risk of cancer.