A tendon ganglion (hygroma) is a benign tumor (cyst) that forms in the area of joints or at the site of tendon insertion. A tendon ganglion usually occurs on the back of the hand or in the area of the knee joint. The neoplasm does not transform into a malignant one.
Causes
Hygromas are considered to be occupational diseases. The cause of hygroma development is prolonged pressure or friction on a specific area.
Symptoms of Ganglion Disease
While the tendon ganglion is just beginning to develop, it does not cause discomfort to the patient. Gradually increasing, the hygroma causes a dull, aching pain that intensifies with increased physical activity. The skin in the area of the tumor may change, becoming rough and uneven.
Diagnosis of Ganglion Disease in Israel
In Israel, specialists can determine the presence and size of the tendon ganglion through palpation. It is a slightly movable, firm yet elastic formation that has clear outlines and a rounded shape. Clinical examination of symptoms is sufficient for diagnosis. Additionally, a puncture is performed.
Treatment of Ganglion Disease in Israel
Treatment of tendon ganglion in Israel involves conservative and surgical methods. For small-sized hygromas, they can be treated through professional massage and injections of resorptive medications. Another classical method is crushing the tumor. Currently, this method is not used for treatment, as it is very painful and ineffective, and may cause the disease to recur, contributing to inflammation.
The conservative method used for therapeutic and research purposes is puncture. Fluid is removed from the ganglion, after which a special medication is injected into its cavity to sclerose its membrane. After this, the area of the hygroma is immobilized with a fixing bandage for a week.
For larger tumor sizes and in the absence of results after conservative treatment, surgical treatment is applied in Israel. The operation to remove the tendon ganglion (bursectomy) lasts about half an hour. During the operation, the synovial capsule is opened, and the hygroma is completely removed along with its membrane. After the operation, the patient must wear a fixing immobilizing bandage, as there is a high risk of disease recurrence.
Prevention
To avoid the occurrence of a tendon ganglion, it is necessary to control physical loads on areas prone to the development of this disease. At the first signs, one should consult a doctor to prevent further development of the hygroma.