An intraligamentous ganglion cyst of the anterior cruciate ligament after a traumatic event

Arthroscopy. 2003 Nov;19(9):1019-22. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2003.09.019.

Abstract

An unusual case of intraligamentous ganglion cyst of the anterior cruciate ligament after a traumatic event in a 12-year-old boy is presented. Magnetic resonance imaging was helpful in delineating the lesion. An arthroscopic aspiration of the cyst material resulted in resolution of symptoms to preserve satisfactory knee function. The patient remains asymptomatic 25 months after surgery.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Accidental Falls
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament / surgery
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries*
  • Arthroscopy
  • Child
  • Ganglion Cysts / etiology*
  • Ganglion Cysts / surgery
  • Humans
  • Knee Injuries / complications*
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Male
  • Sprains and Strains / complications*