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1
Q

What is a Baker’s cyst also known as?

A

Popliteal cyst

2
Q

What is a Baker’s cyst?

A

Accumulation of joint synovial fluids outside the knee joint - distension of gastrocnemius-semimembranosus bursa

3
Q

What are the types of Baker’s cyst?

A

Primary

Secondary

4
Q

What is a primary Baker’s cyst?

A

No underlying pathology

Commonly seen in children

5
Q

What is a secondary Baker’s cyst?

A

Due to underlying condition

Commonly seen in adults

6
Q

What are the risk factors for a Baker’s cyst?

A

Knee joint trauma

Knee arthritis

7
Q

What are the features of Baker’s cyst?

A

Lump behind the knee
Knee pain
Leg swelling

8
Q

How is a Baker’s cyst managed?

A

Supportive
- analgesia

Treat underlying cause