Focal mucinosis (myxoid cyst). Surgical therapy.
Myxoid cysts typically arise in association with distal interphalangeal joint arthritis. When myxoid cysts become problematic, surgical excision is a standard treatment with a high cure rate and few complications. The origin, anatomy, and alternative medical and surgical treatment options are discussed.
Miller
P K
PK
Department of Dermatology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota 55905.
Roenigk
R K
RK
Amadio
P C
PC
D006801:Humans; D008722:Methods; D009260:Nail Diseases / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D013581:Synovial Cyst / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*