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Description: A Baker's cyst (also know as a popliteal cyst) is a fluctuant swelling located in the popliteal space. The term is a misnomer as the swelling is the result of synovial fluid distending the gastrocnemio-semimembranosus bursa, rather than being a true cyst.

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Added: Tue May 26 2009
Last Modified: Sat Oct 17 2009