Presentation
Dorsal wrist swelling.
Patient Data
Age: Adult
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From the case:
Ganglion cyst
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A well-defined cystic swelling is seen insinuated between the bases of the first and second metacarpals which projects dorsally beneath the skin surface. It shows homogeneous fluid signals.
Case Discussion
A ganglion cyst is a fluid-filled cystic extension of the joint capsules and tendon sheaths. It is commonly involving the hand and wrist regions, usually asymptomatic.
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