Elbow cyst
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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The cyst of the elbow joint is a new formation of rounded shape and compacted consistency with liquid contents, localized in the elbow area. The size of this formation can vary from small to fairly large. When the cyst progresses, pain can occur when the elbow joint moves or when it is at rest.
[Causes of Elbow Cyst
Causes of an elbow joint cyst may be related to an elbow injury or a constant physical congestion in this area. The exact causes of the formation of cysts in the elbow joint are not fully identified. There is an assumption that the development of the cyst can be associated with diseases such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Symptoms of the cyst of the elbow joint
Symptoms of the cyst of the elbow joint are manifested in the form of a tumor-like formation in the region of the elbow, filled with a liquid. The cyst is benign in nature, its boundaries are clearly defined, skin is not soldered with neoplasm.
The process of forming the cyst of the elbow joint can proceed without the occurrence of any symptoms. Pain sensations may be absent even when probing the affected area. Typically, the pain is felt when moving the elbow joint. Near tissue in the presence of cysts may become less sensitive, as well as swell.
Diagnosis of the elbow joint cyst
Diagnosis of the elbow joint cyst is performed with the help of palpation, ultrasound, X-ray, magnetic resonance imaging and puncturing the cyst to analyze its contents. When performing the diagnosis, the general condition of the joint and the size of the education are evaluated for the correct choice of treatment tactics.
Treatment of the cyst of the elbow joint
Treatment of the cyst of the elbow joint, depending on the size and progression of education, can be conservative or operative. In the first case, the patient is assigned a puncture cyst. To do this, it is pierced and pumped inside the contents of a special needle. Then, in the cavity of education, agents that prevent the development of inflammatory processes are injected, and a bandage is applied to the affected area. With the use of this method of treatment, recurrence of the disease is often observed.
In the course of surgery, the tumor is completely removed under local anesthesia. The most gentle method of eliminating the cyst of the elbow joint is endoscopic removal, which minimizes the risk of tissue trauma.