GANGLION


Ganglion is the cystic swelling on the dorsum of the wrist. It is caused because of mucoid degeneration of tendon sheath or joint capsule.



Symptoms:


  • Swelling
  • Mild discomfort
  • Pain
The cyst sometimes resembles as a solid tumour of tendon sheath.



Treatment:





  • Aspiration
  • Excision

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