Best Practice Case Studies-Baker's Cyst UC

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In an ultrasound consultation for Baker's cyst by Shelby Johnson from Mayo Clinic, techniques for diagnosing the condition were discussed. Using a linear mid-frequency or curvilinear probe, the examination focuses on the posterior knee, with visualization of relevant structures like femoral condyles, gastrocnemius muscles, and neurovascular structures. A Baker's cyst is identified by fluid collection between the semimembranosus tendon and medial gastrocnemius muscle. The cysts appear as well-defined, anechoic or hypoechoic fluid collections, and its complications, such as rupture, can mimic other conditions and should be considered in differential diagnoses.

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Edition 3rd Edition

Related Case 3rd Edition, CASE 31

Topic Knee

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3rd Edition, CASE 31

3rd Edition

Knee

Baker's cyst

ultrasound diagnosis

posterior knee examination

fluid collection

differential diagnosis