Preoperative Imaging of Intraneural Ganglion Cysts: A Critical Systematic Analysis of the World Literature.

Background: Advancements in imaging and an understanding of the pathomechanism for intraneural ganglion cyst formation have led to increased awareness and recognition of this lesion. However, the precise role of imaging has been advocated for but not formally evaluated.

Methods: We performed a systematic review of the world literature to study the frequency of imaging used to diagnose intraneural ganglion cysts at different sites and compared trends in identifying joint connections.

Does complete regression of intraneural ganglion cysts occur without surgery?

Purpose: The dynamic nature of intraneural ganglion cysts, including spontaneous expansion and regression, has been described. However, whether these cysts can regress completely in the absence of surgical management has important therapeutic implications. Therefore, we aim to review the literature for cyst regression without surgical intervention.