Article

The intraosseous ganglion cyst (IOGC) is a benign and lytic bone tumor affecting
mostly the metaphyseal and epiphyseal regions of long bones. Its location on the
short bones, including the carpal bones has been little reported in the
literature. Our review of the literature shows consensus about the surgical
techniques to use, but there is currently no real consensus about its
pathophysiology, and its diagnostic work-up. Complications related to this lesion
(mainly the risk of pathologic fracture) are potentially serious, and can cause
irreversible damage. They therefore require accurate assessment to guide the
choice of medical or surgical treatment, including a CT scan, which - we believe
- is essential.
CI - Copyright (c) 2012. Published by Elsevier SAS.

Langue : FRANCAIS