Ganglion

Ganglion Cyst (Gideon’s Disease): Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99). Callus formation (radiographically visualizable scar tissue of bone) after fracture (broken bone). Paget’s disease – disease of the skeletal system with bone remodeling. Osteomyelitis (bone marrow inflammation) Neoplasms – tumor diseases (C00-D48) Atheromas (popularly known as gruel pouches, bellows tumors, or semolina nodules) – benign neoplasm arising as a … Ganglion Cyst (Gideon’s Disease): Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Ganglion Cyst (Gideon’s Disease): Examination

A comprehensive clinical examination is the basis for selecting further diagnostic steps: General physical examination – including blood pressure, pulse, body weight, height; furthermore: Inspection (viewing). Skin (normal: intact; abrasions/wounds, redness, hematomas (bruises), scars) and mucous membranes. Gait (fluid, limping). Body or joint posture (upright, bent, gentle posture). Malpositions (deformities, contractures, shortenings). Muscle atrophies (side … Ganglion Cyst (Gideon’s Disease): Examination

Ganglion Cyst (Gideon’s Disease): Surgical Therapy

1st order Complete surgical removal of the ganglion is indicated for symptoms; see “Surgery for a Ganglion” for details. Conservative methods such as fragmentation or sclerotherapy often lead to recurrence (recurrence of the disease) and should therefore not be used. After surgery, the affected area of the body should be immobilized for ten days. Note: … Ganglion Cyst (Gideon’s Disease): Surgical Therapy

Ganglion Cyst (Gideon’s Disease): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

The following symptoms and complaints may indicate a ganglion (overbone): Prallel elastic smooth expulsion of a joint capsule or tendon sheath: Not displaceable Well delimitable May cause pain or limit mobility Appears more pronounced in certain joint positions (e.g., flexion/flexion of the wrist). The following body parts are commonly affected: Back of the hand Wrist … Ganglion Cyst (Gideon’s Disease): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

Ganglion Cyst (Gideon’s Disease): Causes

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 … Ganglion Cyst (Gideon’s Disease): Causes

Ganglion Cyst (Gideon’s Disease): Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of ganglion (overbone). Family history Social history Current anamnesis/systemic anamnesis (somatic and psychological complaints). What symptoms have you noticed? How long has the swelling been present? Has it grown quickly? Do you have pain in the area? Do you have movement restrictions in … Ganglion Cyst (Gideon’s Disease): Medical History