Preferred Label : ganglion cyst;
Definition : Nodular tumor-like lesions or mucoid flesh, arising from tendon sheaths, ligaments,
or joint capsule, especially of the hands, wrists, or feet. They are not true cysts
as they lack epithelial wall. They are distinguished from synovial cysts by the lack
of communication with a joint cavity or the synovial membrane. [MeSH];
UMLS CUI (RADLEX) : C1258666;
Source : Playbook;
Origin ID : RID3949;
UMLS CUI : C1258666;
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Nodular tumor-like lesions or mucoid flesh, arising from tendon sheaths, ligaments,
or joint capsule, especially of the hands, wrists, or feet. They are not true cysts
as they lack epithelial wall. They are distinguished from synovial cysts by the lack
of communication with a joint cavity or the synovial membrane. [MeSH]
