How is tendon sheath cyst treated

Update Date: 2023-05-20 Source: Network

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Tendon sheath cyst generally refers to the cystic mass in the tendon sheath of the joint, which usually occurs in the dorsal part of the wrist and the dorsal part of the foot. Female patients are in the majority, which may be caused by trauma or excessive strain. Generally speaking, patients can determine the nature of the mass by B-ultrasound examination. Tendon sheath cyst can be treated by squeezing or hammering after the cyst rupture, self absorption; can also be used puncture out of the cyst fluid, injection of adrenal cortical hormone and other methods for related treatment, when the front of these methods have no effect, it is recommended to carry out surgical treatment, the following and a quick look at the relevant situation.

How is tendon sheath cyst treated

First, tendon sheath cysts are more common in dorsal carpal and dorsum pedis. They are usually related to trauma and long-term strain. Of course, they can also be caused by some systemic immune diseases or some infections. For example: typists, cargo handling, these people are more prone to this disease.

Second: secondly, tendon sheath cysts can occur at any age, but usually female patients are in the majority, can be found suddenly, and most cysts grow slowly, round, no special symptoms, the diameter is generally not more than 2 cm, there is pain feeling when pressing, mostly in the wrist or ankle position.

Third: finally, patients can generally determine the nature of the mass through B-ultrasound examination. In general, patients can crush or beat the swelling to rupture, so that it can gradually absorb itself; or patients can directly use puncture to extract the cyst fluid, inject adrenal cortical hormone and other methods for treatment. If the previous method has no effect, it is recommended that patients directly carry out surgical treatment.

matters needing attention

Tenosynovitis attention to the affected part of the rest, to avoid aggravating the disease. Patients with this disease must pay attention to prevention, usually maintain the correct working posture, must try to avoid excessive strain of joints, regular rest.