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How ldo you remove a ganglion cyst within the wrist?
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Surgically: It can be surgically removed, however it has a fairly high risk of coming back, even with surgery. Other treatments such as smashing it with a bible will only reduce it temporarily.
Answered 11/12/2012
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Surgery: It is a short outpatient surgery which requires anesthesia. Takes about 30-60 minutes. You will have some mild discomfort to the wrist but this will pass in about a week.
Answered 1/21/2019
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Surgery: It depends on the location. You can have an open incision or it can be done through the arthroscope.
Answered 11/24/2013
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