A ganglion cyst is a tumor or swelling on top of a joint or the covering of a tendon (tissue that connects muscle to bone). It looks like a sac of liquid (cyst). Inside the cyst is a thick, sticky, clear, colorless, jellylike material. Depending on the size, cysts may feel firm ...
What is a ganglion cyst?A ganglion cyst is an abnormal buildup of fluid under the skin. They are most common on the wrists, feet, or ankles, but can be found anywhere on the body. The cause is not known. You may have a higher risk for a ganglion cyst if you injure your joint....
A ganglion foot cyst is a swollen pocket of tissue comprised of thick gel-like liquid that typically develops on the top of the foot. It may appear similar to a small tumor, but it is not cancerous and is often the result of foot strain or injury. Although some cysts grow slowly over...
Many population-based surveys have adopted the ISGEO classification. In practice, a key issue is the definition of occludable angle, which is considered as a diagnostic threshold. It was initially defined as ≥270° of the posterior (usually pigmented) trabecular meshwork not seen on gonioscopy...
Could you give me some more information about ganglion cyst removal surgeries, and whether it is a procedure that is even worth it to undergo? Thanks. ByTunaLine— On Nov 12, 2010 Let me tell you, these things can be a total pain. My father had a ganglion cyst on his foot, and eve...
A ganglion foot cyst is a swollen pocket of tissue comprised of thick gel-like liquid that typically develops on the top of the foot. It may appear similar to a small tumor, but it is not cancerous and is often the result of foot strain or injury. Although some cysts grow slowly over...