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Acromioclavicular Ganglion Cyst: A Rare Case Report
Tushar Chaudhari1, Archit Gupta1
1Orthopaedics, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, Pune, IND.
Cureus
|March 15, 2024
Summary
Acromioclavicular ganglion cysts are rare. This case report details the diagnosis and successful surgical treatment of a unique instance in an elderly male patient.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Radiology
- Anatomy
Background:
- Acromioclavicular (AC) ganglion cysts are rare soft tissue masses.
- Limited case studies exist in medical literature.
- These cysts can cause localized pain and discomfort.
Observation:
- An 81-year-old male presented with a palpable mass at the AC joint.
- Clinical examination revealed localized tenderness and mild swelling.
- Imaging studies, including MRI, confirmed a ganglion cyst originating from the AC joint.
Findings:
- The AC ganglion cyst was successfully excised surgically.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the cystic nature and absence of malignancy.
- Post-operative recovery was uneventful with complete resolution of symptoms.
Implications:
- This case contributes to the understanding of AC ganglion cysts.
- Highlights the importance of considering rare diagnoses in joint pain.
- Emphasizes the efficacy of surgical intervention for symptomatic AC ganglion cysts.
