Popliteal Cyst

Aka: Popliteal Cyst, Baker's Cyst, Baker Cyst

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II. Pathophysiology

  1. Knee synovial cyst
  2. Forms in posteromedial popliteal space
    1. Level of gastrocnemius Muscle medial head origin

III. Symptoms

  1. Gradual onset of pain in popliteal space

IV. Signs

  1. Swelling at posteromedial aspect of popliteal space

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