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Ganglion Excision for the Foot

What Is Ganglion Excision (Foot Surgery)?

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Ganglion excision (foot surgery) removes swelled nerve gatherings that occur near the joints or tendons in the foot.  Young adults are more prone to ganglions.  Ganglion excision surgery in the foot is possible with either general or local anesthesia.  The surgeon makes an incision in the skin and removes the ganglion.  Following this, the wound is closed with stitches.  After ganglion excision surgery, patients can expect scarring and discomfort.  The skin around the incision may also become permanently hard and numb.  The surgery itself is usually successful, although 20% of patients may face a reoccurrence.   

It's not uncommon for patients to experience discomfort for several days, although most of the symptoms disappear within 24-48 hours.  Patients can usually leave the hospital within 1 to 2 hours of the operation with a bulky bandage wrapped around the foot.  The bandage and stitches remain in place for 10 to 12 days, during which time they should be kept dry.  Within 2-3 weeks, patients can resume driving.  One can typically resume light tasks within 48 hours, while heavier labor might require several weeks of recovery.  Swimming and sports are possible once the stitches are out, but patients may not be able to play for as long as they did previously.  
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