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World J Gastroenterol. Aug 21, 2024; 30(31): 3640-3653
Published online Aug 21, 2024. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i31.3640
Novel classification of gastric polyps: The good, the bad and the ugly
Deborah Costa, Daryl Ramai, Alberto Tringali
Deborah Costa, Alberto Tringali, Department of Digestive Endoscopy and Gastroenterology, AULSS2, Conegliano Hospital, Conegliano 31015, Italy
Daryl Ramai, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Endoscopy, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA 02115, United States
Author contributions: Costa D and Tringali A conceived the idea; Costa D, Ramai D, and Tringali A wrote and edited the manuscript; all authors have read, reviewed and approved the final manuscript.
Conflict-of-interest statement: All the authors report no relevant conflicts of interest for this article.
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Corresponding author: Alberto Tringali, MD, Chief Doctor, Honorary Research Fellow, Lecturer, Department of Digestive Endoscopy and Gastroenterology, AULSS2, Conegliano Hospital, Via Brigata Bisagno, Conegliano 31015, Italy. albtri10@gmail.com
Received: May 22, 2024
Revised: July 19, 2024
Accepted: August 2, 2024
Published online: August 21, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: During upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, gastric polyps are frequently encountered, however, most are benign. Despite this, it is crucial that endoscopist have a thorough understanding of diagnostic approaches, management strategies, and screening protocols, particularly for polyps with neoplastic potential. We have developed a new classification system for gastrointestinal polyps based on their likelihood of becoming malignant, categorizing them into "good", "bad", and "ugly" groups. This classification aims to assist clinicians in managing and treating polyps effectively.