Familial adenomatous polyposis
    Care at Mayo Clinic

    Familial adenomatous polyposis care at Mayo Clinic

    Specialists in inherited colorectal cancer conditions

    Mayo Clinic clinicians are experienced in treating people and families with hereditary colorectal cancer conditions, including familial adenomatous polyposis, Lynch syndrome and MUTYH-associated polyposis (MAP).

    Because these conditions affect multiple parts of the body and often require lifelong monitoring, care is coordinated across several specialties. Specialists work together to create personalized care plans that address colon health, screening for cancers outside the colon, and management of related conditions such as desmoid tumors, bone growths and dental findings.

    Mayo Clinic patients have access to advanced screening tools, experienced colorectal and minimally invasive surgeons, and ongoing follow-up care after surgery. Mayo Clinic's integrated approach allows testing, imaging and specialist visits to be coordinated efficiently, helping you receive consistent care over time.

    Genetic evaluation and personalized care planning

    Mayo Clinic's Familial Cancer Program brings together experts from multiple specialties to ensure you receive the care you need. Professionals in this program provide comprehensive genetic evaluation and counseling to help confirm a diagnosis, guide screening and support family members who also may be at risk. Specialized services include:

    Pediatric expertise

    Mayo Clinic Children's has experience caring for children and teens with familial adenomatous polyposis and other inherited cancer risk conditions. Care includes age-appropriate screening, genetic evaluation, and monitoring tailored to a child's stage of growth and development. Pediatric specialists work closely with adult care teams to help ensure a smooth transition of care as children grow into adulthood.

    Expertise and rankings

    Mayo specialists also have extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of every kind of cancer.

    Nationally recognized expertise

    Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, ranks No. 1 for digestive disorders in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings. Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, and Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, are ranked among the Best Hospitals for digestive disorders by U.S. News & World Report. In U.S. News & World Report’s regional analysis, Mayo Clinic Children’s is ranked No. 1 in Minnesota and No. 1 in the five-state Upper Midwest region, which includes Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota and South Dakota.

    Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center meets the strict standards for a U.S. National Cancer Institute comprehensive cancer center. These standards recognize scientific excellence and a multispecialty approach focused on cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment.

    Locations, travel and lodging

    Mayo Clinic has major campuses in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona; Jacksonville, Florida; and Rochester, Minnesota. The Mayo Clinic Health System has dozens of locations in several states.

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    Costs and insurance

    Mayo Clinic works with hundreds of insurance companies and is an in-network provider for millions of people.

    In most cases, Mayo Clinic doesn't require a physician referral. Some insurers require referrals or may have additional requirements for certain medical care. All appointments are prioritized on the basis of medical need.

    Learn more about appointments at Mayo Clinic.

    Please contact your insurance company to verify medical coverage and to obtain any needed authorization prior to your visit. Often, your insurer's customer service number is printed on the back of your insurance card.

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    Living with familial adenomatous polyposis?

    Connect with others like you for support and answers to your questions in the Colorectal Cancer support group on Mayo Clinic Connect, a patient community.

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