Pathogenesis (development of disease)
In surgery, ganglion refers to a benign ((benign) neoplasm originating from the tendon sheaths or joint capsule.Causes include neoplasms of embryonic synovial tissue or a degenerative cyst resulting from chronic trauma.
The following body sites are commonly affected:
- Back of the hand
- Wrist
- Popliteal fossa
- Meniscus, lateral
- Ankle joint
- Arch of the foot
Rarely, a ganglion occurs intraosseously (located in bone). In such cases, it often occurs in the femoral head (head of the femur), malleolus (ankle) or carpal bones.
They also occur in multiples and in families.
Etiology (causes)
Biographic causes
- Genetic burden from parents, grandparents.
- Connective tissue insufficiency (connective tissue weakness) in women.
