Popliteal cyst elimination methods include observation, symptomatic treatment, puncture and drainage, cortisol injection, surgical treatment and so on.
1. Observation and symptomatic treatment: If the popliteal cyst is not uncomfortable, it can be observed and periodically reviewed, or hot compresses and knee joint compression bandage can reduce local symptoms and help the cyst to be absorbed. If the cyst is small and inconspicuous, moderate joint activity and muscle exercise can be used to promote cyst absorption.
2. Puncture and drainage: if the cyst has a lot of fluid but no soft tissue invasion, the patient can be guided by ultrasound, using a fine needle to puncture the cyst and suction the joint fluid.
3. Cortisol injection: ultrasound-guided puncture with cortisol injection is relatively safe, and the volume of the cyst in the knee joint usually decreases significantly within a few weeks. Commonly used injection drugs such as trimethoprim. It is contraindicated in hyperadrenocorticism.
4. Surgery: If the effect of conservative treatment is unsatisfactory, or the cyst volume is large, accompanied by obvious discomfort, the cyst can be directly removed under the knee arthroscopy.
If there is any discomfort, you should go to the hospital as soon as possible, and the doctor should make individualized treatment plan according to the specific condition, so as not to delay the condition.