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The Carpal Tunnel Clinic
Excision of ganglion cysts
Excision of Cyst/Ganglion
A ganglion is a sac-like swelling or cyst formed from the tissue that lines a joint or tendon. The tissue, called synovium, normally functions to produce lubricating fluid for these areas. A ganglion is a cyst formed by the synovium that is filled with a thick jelly-like fluid.
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