Colon Polyp Removal Seoul — same-day polypectomy during colonoscopy.
Colon polyp detection and same-day removal at Apgujeong Hana Clinic, Apgujeong, Gangnam. Board-certified gastroenterologist Dr. Yang Jae-hoon — expert polypectomy under sedation with English results and follow-up.
Colon polyps — find them and remove them before they become cancer.
Colon polyps are small growths that develop on the inner lining of the colon (large intestine) or rectum. The vast majority are benign — but certain types, if left undetected and unremoved, can develop into colorectal cancer over a period of years. This is precisely why colonoscopy is the gold-standard cancer prevention procedure: it allows polyps to be found and removed before they have any chance to become malignant.
At Apgujeong Hana Clinic, colon polyp removal — medically called polypectomy — is performed during your colonoscopy procedure in the same session. When Dr. Yang Jae-hoon identifies a polyp during your colonoscopy, it is removed immediately using specialised endoscopic instruments. There is no need for a second procedure or a return visit for removal. You leave the clinic knowing that any polyps found have been dealt with on the spot.
All removed polyps are sent to a certified pathology laboratory for analysis — the pathology report, confirming whether the polyp was benign, pre-cancerous or cancerous, is available within 7–10 days and reviewed with you by your specialist in English. Based on the pathology result, Dr. Yang will recommend your next colonoscopy screening interval.
Not all polyps are the same — type determines risk.
Understanding what type of polyp was found during your colonoscopy is important — it determines how frequently you need follow-up colonoscopy and whether any additional treatment is needed. Your specialist will explain your pathology result and what it means for your future screening.
How colon polyps are removed — endoscopic techniques.
The technique used to remove a colon polyp depends on its size, shape and location within the colon. At Apgujeong Hana Clinic, Dr. Yang Jae-hoon selects the most appropriate removal technique for each polyp found — ensuring complete removal with minimal risk of complications.
How soon do you need your next colonoscopy — after polyp removal.
The interval until your next colonoscopy after polyp removal depends on the type, number and size of polyps found. This is determined by your pathology report and your specialist's assessment. The table below reflects current international guidelines.
| Polyp Finding | Recommended Follow-up | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| No polyps found | 10 years | Standard colonoscopy interval — very low risk |
| 1–2 small hyperplastic polyps (under 10mm) | 10 years | Benign — no increased cancer risk |
| 1–2 small tubular adenomas (under 10mm) | 5–10 years | Low-risk adenoma — standard surveillance |
| 3–4 tubular adenomas or 1 adenoma 10–19mm | 3 years | Intermediate risk — closer surveillance needed |
| 5+ adenomas or any adenoma 20mm+ | 1 year | High-risk finding — close follow-up essential |
| Advanced adenoma with high-grade dysplasia | 1 year | Significant pre-cancerous change — 1-year check |
| Sessile serrated lesion (any size) | 3 years | Higher cancer risk than standard adenomas |
Why choose us for colon polyp removal.
Colon polyp removal requires experience, precision and the right equipment. At Apgujeong Hana Clinic, every polypectomy is performed by Dr. Yang Jae-hoon — a board-certified gastroenterologist with endoscopy sub-specialist certification and thousands of colonoscopy procedures performed.
Colon polyp removal — step by step.
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Same-day colon polyp detection and removal at Apgujeong Hana Clinic, Gangnam. Board-certified gastroenterologist. English results & pathology report.