Ganglion Flashcards
1
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A collection of gelatinous material near the tendon sheaths and joints, appears as a round, firm, cystic, swelling, usually on the dorsum of the wrist
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Ganglion
2
Q
Most frequently occurs in women younger than 50yrs of age
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Ganglion
3
Q
Ganglion: Signs and Symptoms
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Local tenderness and may cause an aching pain
Weakness of the finger (when a tendon sheath is involved)
4
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Ganglion: Treatment
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- Aspiration
- Corticosteroid injection or surgical excision
- After Tx, a compression dressing and immobilization splint are used
