familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP)

Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is an inherited disease that affects the large bowel (colon) and rectum. People with FAP will develop a large number of polyps at an early age. There is a high chance that bowel cancer might develop in some of them.

Comment on this page

What would you like to share with us?

We welcome any feedback and ideas - either via our form or by gi-kontakt@iqwig.de. We will review, but not publish, your ratings and comments. Your information will of course be treated confidentially. Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required fields.

Please note that we do not provide individual advice on matters of health. You can read about where to find help and support in Germany in our information “How can I find self-help groups and information centers?”

Print page

familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP)