Polypectomy Polypectomy Snares Hot Biopsy Forceps Active Cords Polyps are growths that occur primarily in the colon (distal-most portion of the lower bowel). Polyps may cause bleeding and discomfort for the patient. More importantly, polyps are sometimes pre-cancerous. That is, if not removed they may turn into cancerous tumors. Thus, when the endoscopist observes polyps, he/she […]