Abstract
Article: Ganglion Cyst in the Elbow: A Case Study With a Rare Presentation
Authors: Susan Winther, RDMS, RDCS, CRGS, CRCS
Category: Musculoskeletal [MSK]
Credit: 0.5 SDMS CME Credit
Objectives: After studying the article entitled “Ganglion Cyst in the Elbow: A Case Study With a Rare Presentation,” you will be able to:
Define and describe ganglion cysts
Identify and locate the three main peripheral nerves that pass though the elbow toward the wrist and hand
Recognize diagnostic interpretation of a ganglion cyst demonstrated with MRI and sonography
What is the gold standard for treatment of ganglion cysts? Surgical excision Watch and wait Steroid injections Aspiration
The posterior interosseous nerve (PIN) as described in the case study is commonly noted to be compressed in what region? Superficial radial nerve Arcade of Frohse Median nerve Ulnar nerve
Ganglion cysts are not true cysts as they _____. Are not benign Are always painful Are not surgically resectable Lack a synovial lining
Electromyography (EMG) studies, done to assess nerve or muscle dysfunction, may appear normal if performed less than _____ or greater than _____ post onset of neuropathy. 1 week, 3 months 2 months, 5 months 5 weeks, 13 weeks 3 weeks, 12 weeks