Intramuscular ganglionic cyst in the extensor digitorum longus muscle of the leg: A case report and review of literature

Ganglionic cysts are benign soft-tissue lesions with unclear etiology and pathogenesis commonly occurring on the wrists and hands. Although their diagnosis and management in these characteristic locations are easy, rare occurrences in atypical locations are difficult to diagnose. Ultrasonography and...

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Published in:	Asian Journal of Medical Sciences
Main Authors:	Javed Ahmad, Ajeet Kumar Yadav, Brijmohan Patel, Vivek Kumar Shrivastava, Amit Kumar Rajan
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Manipal College of Medical Sciences, Pokhara 2024-10-01
Subjects:	ganglion; cyst; extensor digitorum muscle; intramuscular ganglionic cyst; excision
Online Access:	https://www.nepjol.info/index.php/AJMS/article/view/69169

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