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Diaphyseal intraosseous ganglion
L R Menendez1, D R Chandler, T M Moore
1Department of Orthopaedics, School of Medicine, Los Angeles 90033.
Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
|February 1, 1988
Summary
This study reports a rare bone ganglion cyst found in the diaphysis of a long bone in a young patient. Surgical excision was successful, with no recurrence observed after one year.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Bone Pathology
- Radiology
Background:
- Ganglion cysts typically occur in the metaphysis or epiphysis of long bones.
- These benign cystic lesions arise from joint synovium or tendon sheaths.
Observation:
- A unique ganglion cyst was identified in the diaphyseal region of a long bone.
- The affected patient was a 14-year-old male with a leg lesion.
Findings:
- Surgical excision of the diaphyseal ganglion cyst was performed.
- Post-operative follow-up at one year revealed no evidence of cyst recurrence.
Implications:
- This case expands the known anatomical locations for bone ganglion cysts.
- Highlights the importance of considering atypical presentations in diagnosing bone lesions.
- Suggests surgical management is effective for diaphyseal ganglion cysts.