Ganglions

Ganglions are outpouching of gelatinous substance from joints or from around synovial tissues. It is not known why exactly they form. They present themselves as lumps around joints (usually wrist). They are usually painless but if they are too big or if they are impinging on other structures, they can cause significant discomfort.

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Surgery

Ganglions can be treated in a variety of ways. They can be aspirated, however this treatment is known to have a very high recurrence rate. A more definitive treatment is to have them cut out. It is essential that all ganglion tissue is properly removed to limit the risk of recurrence.

After surgery

After surgery you will have a compressive dressing that can be removed the following day. Because ganglions often originate from joints, their removal leads to aching joint pain that may persist for several weeks. You should avoid any strenuous physical activity for two weeks. If you work in an office setting, you should be able to return to work after a few days.

Who can benefit from this procedure?

If you have a ganglion that is either unsightly or is causing you discomfort, you may benefit from its removal

What are the risks of this procedure?

Facelift is a surgical procedure. Like all surgical procedures, there are general risks. Please read our information page on potential risks. With regards to facelifts, there are special considerations that need to be taken into account. These include. In some cases you may need additional surgery to ensure ideal results.

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