A ganglion is a cystic swelling
in continuity with a joint capsule or tendon sheath. It is a degenerative
disorder arising from the joint capsule.
It is filled with clear, viscous fluid. Ganglia are common on the dorsum
of wrist.
They are often painless and
resolve spontaneously
Often, only reassurance of the
patient is required.
Wrist splints relieve the pain.
Aspiration and injection are
rarely effective.
surgical excision is best avoided
as recurrance rate after surgery is quite high.
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