ganglion cysts Flashcards
1
Q
what are ganglion cysts
A
sacs of synovial fluid that originate from tendon sheaths of joints
commonly occur in wrist and fingers
2
Q
presentation
A
visible lump
O/E
- firm and non-tender
- well circumscribed
- transilluminates
3
Q
Mx - conservative
A
40-50% resolve spontaneously - but can take several years
4
Q
Mx - active
A
needle aspiration - high risk of recurrence
surgical excisoin
