Ganglion
Ganglion
A ganglion is a small fluid-filled swelling, most often attached to a joint or tendon in your wrist, hands or fingers. These lumps may come and go over time, at times causing an aching pain.
A ganglion appears as a round smooth lump or swelling under your skin. The size can range from a pea (small) to a plum (large). While ganglions are one of the most common causes of lumps in the hand, other causes may exist, and investigations such as ultrasound or MRI may be used to assist in diagnosis when this is uncertain.
Why it’s done
Removal of the ganglion along with its communication with the underlying joint or tendon sheath offers the best chance of permanent resolution.
If the ganglion causes discomfort or interferes with the use of your hand, a ganglion can be removed. There are two methods for removal:
- In the first instance, bursting the ganglion with a needle and removing the contents by aspiration may be useful.
- Cutting out the ganglion by surgery (excision). For persistent or larger lesions surgery to remove the sac of fluid and its communication may be more appropriate.
Meet YOUR Team
The Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery Clinic in Bracken Ave was opened by John de Geus in 1985 which he ran till his retirement in 2010. Ashwin Chunilal joined the practice in 2005. Jonathan Heather joined in 2013. The practice continues to run in the same format with consultations and local anesthetic procedures performed at the rooms and general anaesthetic cases being done at authorised hospitals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the costs?
Every surgery is different based on your health, the outcome and other key factors. All pricing will include the following:
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- Surgeon
- Hospital
- Anaesthetist
- Any Consumables
- Follow-up consultation
- Post-operative appointments
Who are your surgeons?
Where are you based?
We recommend a consultation to learn more about your specific requirements.
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It's important to us to know your goals and specific situation before you make any decisions. In this session, you will not only get a chance to connect but our surgeons will be able to help give you a more accurate understanding of the costs of the procedure.