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[Pseudophlebitic forms of popliteal cysts].

M Parrot, F Lambert

    La Semaine Des Hopitaux : Organe Fonde Par L'Association D'Enseignement Medical Des Hopitaux De Paris
    |October 27, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary

    Popliteal cysts can mimic calf phlebitis. Treating the cyst, not using anticoagulants, quickly resolved symptoms in patients, even when deep vein thrombosis was ruled out.

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    Area of Science:

    • Vascular Surgery
    • Rheumatology
    • Diagnostic Imaging

    Background:

    • Popliteal cysts are fluid-filled sacs behind the knee.
    • Calf phlebitis (inflammation of a vein) presents with similar symptoms.
    • Accurate diagnosis is crucial to avoid unnecessary treatment.

    Observation:

    • Five cases presented with calf phlebitis symptoms.
    • Phlebography excluded deep vein thrombosis in all cases.
    • Symptoms resolved rapidly after popliteal cyst treatment.

    Findings:

    • Popliteal cysts can cause clinical signs mimicking phlebitis.
    • Anticoagulant therapy was ineffective for cyst-induced phlebitis.
    • Successful treatment involved addressing the underlying popliteal cyst.

    Implications:

    • Consider popliteal cysts in patients with suspected calf phlebitis.
    • Negative phlebography supports cyst as the cause, avoiding prolonged anticoagulation.
    • This highlights the importance of considering musculoskeletal causes for vascular symptoms.

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