Bilateral Baker's cysts. Close-up of the swollen knees of an 85-year-old male patient affected by Bakers cysts. Baker's,or popliteal,cysts are fluid-filled lumps behind the knees,caused by the build-up of pressure within the knee joint. They are often a complication of a disorder such as rheumatoid arthritis. The cysts can rupture,causing great pain. Treatment is with drainage of the fluid and anti-inflammatory drugs | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / Marazzi, Dr. P. |
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