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[Popliteal cyst with venous compression]
E R Ranschaert1, P Van Mulders, R Usewils
1Department of Medical Imaging, AZ Onze Lieve Vrouw van Troost, Dendermonde, Belgium.
Journal Belge De Radiologie
|January 1, 1991
Summary
Baker's cysts in the knee can cause lower leg swelling by pressing on lymphatics and veins. This swelling is often misdiagnosed as deep vein thrombosis, leading to incorrect treatment.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Vascular Surgery
- Radiology
Background:
- Baker's cysts are popliteal fluid collections that can cause lower leg symptoms.
- Compression of adjacent neurovascular structures by Baker's cysts is a known complication.
- Lower leg edema is a common clinical presentation that can be associated with various pathologies.