Abstract
Background Arthroscopy nowadays has become a widespread technique for the treatment of orthopaedic
pathologies. Small-joint arthroscopy has evolved and, through direct visualization,
enables diagnosis and immediate treatment of intra-articular lesions. The arthroscopic
resection has become a minimally invasive alternative for the open technique. We intend
to describe the technique, literature review, and results of arthroscopy for the surgical
treatment of wrist volar synovial cysts.
Methods Thirty-nine patients submitted to arthroscopy for the treatment of wrist volar synovial
cyst were included and assessed in this study, during the period of January 2015 to
May 2017 with a complete assessment in minimum follow-up of 6 months. The technique
was indicated for patients with pain and functional impairment for longer than 4 months,
with no improvement with conservative measures, or for patients with cosmetic complaints,
or those who presented the cyst for more than 3 months.
Results We demonstrated good outcomes in regard to pain, range of motion, and complications
in arthroscopic resection of volar wrist ganglion.
Conclusion Arthroscopic resection of volar synovial is a useful and safe technique. It is a
low-morbidity, minimally invasive procedure that carries few complications and is
a good alternative to the open technique.
Keywords
musculoskeletal diseases/surgery - wrist joint - ganglionic cysts - arthroscopy/use
