Intratendinous Ganglion of the Extensor Tendon of the Hand

Hand Surg. 2015;20(2):316-8. doi: 10.1142/S0218810415720132.

Abstract

Ganglion is a common benign lesion that usually arises adjacent to the joints or tendons of the hand. However, an intratendinous ganglion is a rare condition. We report two cases of intratendinous ganglion of the extensor tendon of the hand which were treated with excision.

Keywords: Extensor tendon; Hand; Intratendinous ganglion.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Ganglion Cysts / diagnosis*
  • Ganglion Cysts / surgery
  • Hand
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Orthopedic Procedures / methods*
  • Tendons / pathology
  • Tendons / surgery*