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Infected mucous cyst of the finger
The Journal of Hand Surgery
|March 1, 1984
Abstract:
The potentially serious complication of septic arthritis of the distal interphalangeal joint of the finger secondary to an infected mucous cyst is documented with a report of four cases seen within the past 6 years. Debridement, open packing, and antibiotic therapy resulted in satisfactory control of the infection in these cases. This report provides additional basis for prophylactic extirpation of mucous cyst of the the finger.
Insights
Septic arthritis, a severe finger joint infection, can arise from mucous cysts. Early surgical removal of these cysts may prevent such serious complications.
Area of Science:
- Hand surgery
- Infectious disease
- Orthopedics
Background:
- Mucous cysts on the finger are common, typically benign growths.
- Complications can arise, including secondary infection.
- Septic arthritis is a serious joint infection that can affect the finger.
Purpose of the Study:
- To document cases of septic arthritis secondary to infected mucous cysts.
- To evaluate treatment outcomes for this specific complication.
- To support the recommendation for prophylactic mucous cyst removal.
Main Methods:
- Case series review of four patients over six years.
- Analysis of treatment strategies including debridement, open packing, and antibiotics.
- Clinical outcome assessment for infection control.
Main Results:
- Four cases of distal interphalangeal joint septic arthritis linked to infected mucous cysts were identified.
- Combined treatment of debridement, open packing, and antibiotics achieved satisfactory infection control.
- No recurrent infections or significant long-term sequelae were reported in these cases.
Conclusions:
- Infected mucous cysts can lead to severe septic arthritis of the finger.
- Prompt surgical intervention (extirpation) of mucous cysts is advisable to prevent infection.
- This case series reinforces the importance of prophylactic mucous cyst removal.