Ganglion Cysts Arising From the Proximal Tibiofibular Joint: Treatment Approach and Associated Outcomes-A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: Background: Proximal tibiofibular joint (PTFJ) ganglion cyst is a rare condition with a high rate of recurrence. Optimal treatment has not yet been determined. Purpose: We aimed to answer the following questions: (1) What are the most common treatments for PTFJ cysts and their associated recurrence rates? (2) What are the risk factors for failure to completely recover from symptoms? (3) What are the risk factors for cyst recurrence? Methods: A systematic review was performed using PubMed and EMBASE databases. Studies were assessed for inclusion and exclusion criteria, and quality analysis following the PRISMA guidelines. Information on demographic, clinical, and treatment characteristics was retrieved from articles. Results: The most common surgical treatment wa

SUBMITTER: Gonzalez MR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11528768 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature