Computed tomography--guided aspiration of a ganglion cyst of the anterior cruciate ligament: a case report

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 1996 Jul;77(7):732-3. doi: 10.1016/s0003-9993(96)90019-2.

Abstract

This report describes the case of a ganglion cyst of the anterior cruciate ligament in a 26-year-old man who had long-standing intermittent knee pain with locking. The cyst was successfully aspirated under computed tomography guidance, with complete resolution of symptoms. A literature review is presented along with diagnostic and treatment approaches for this uncommon finding.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Popliteal Cyst / diagnostic imaging
  • Popliteal Cyst / surgery*
  • Radiography, Interventional / methods*
  • Suction
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed*