Popliteal cyst
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Background
- Develops posteriorly and inferiorly to the knee as herniation of the synovial membrane of the knee capsule
- The cyst communicates with the knee joint and is the leading cause of posterior knee pain
Clinical Features
- Pain/swelling of posterior knee
Differential Diagnosis
- Popliteal venous thrombosis
- Popliteal aneurysm
- Tumor
Management
- Ultrasound is study of choice
- Treatment is conservative; excision may be required in some cases
See Also
Source
- Tintinalli