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What is the definition or description of: ganglion cyst aspiration?
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Needle: A sterile needle is stuck into the cyst through the skin. The thick, viscous fluid is aspirated , emptying the cyst till it is collapsed.
Answered 11/30/2015
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Aspiration: It is the method used to drain (remove fluid) from a ganglion cyst. A needle attached to a syringe is used to puncture the cyst and the fluid is sucked out.
Answered 1/9/2019
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Definition: When your doctor will use a needle to drain or remove the content of your ganglion.
Answered 1/13/2016
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