Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Coli (FAP) Flashcards
1
Q
What is it?
A
Inherited condition where patient develops huge numbers of adenomas and cancers
2
Q
Who gets FAP?
A
Autosomal dominant condition (APC gene)
-Adenoma: develops around 16
-Colorectal cancer as a result of adenoma: around 39
Nearly 100% penetrance
3
Q
How is FAP treated?
A
Surveillance for life
Total colectomy at young age of ileocaecal anastamosis
