Arthroscopic Resection of Wrist Ganglia

Audit of Clinical and Functional Outcomes of Arthroscopic Resection of Wrist Ganglions

“…However, other published articles described recurrences ranging from 10 to 40%. [5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14]19) Our data shows 10% recurrence (3 out of 29 cases), which is comparable with these studies. All our recurrences arose from the dorsal wrist.…”

“…5) The advantages of smaller incisions, decreased postoperative pain, and earlier return of wrist functions have made AG more favourable. [8][9][10][11][12] Osterman and Raphael reported no recurrences in their cohort on an average of 16 months follow-up. However, other published articles described recurrences ranging from 10 to 40%.…”

“…Recurrence rates for AG have been reported to range from 0 to 17% in the literature. [5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14] Inadequate ganglion stalk resection, hand dominance, and young female patients are reported risk factors for AG recurrence. 15,16) The purpose of this study is to audit the outcomes of arthroscopic resection of wrist ganglions in our centre.…”

Visualization of wrist ligaments with 3D and 2D magnetic resonance imaging at 3 Tesla

“…The value of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in suspected wrist ligament injuries is, however, disputed and considered inferior to wrist arthroscopy, which is the diagnostic reference standard (13)(14)(15)(16)(17). In addition to securing a diagnosis, wrist arthroscopy offers the possibility to treat wrist and carpal disorders (18,19), but the procedure is technically demanding, and some areas of the wrist cannot be inspected (20). Improved non-invasive imaging of wrist ligament injuries would decrease the need for arthroscopy, could provide a description of the pathology and guide the surgeon when performing therapeutic wrist arthroscopy, and thus be cost-effective.…”