Podiatry and Medical - Set 2

Answer − D − All of the listed features supports the diagnosis of a ruptured Baker’s (popliteal) cyst rather than a deep venous thrombosis (DVT) except sudden onset calf pain and swelling. Baker’s cysts occur when fluid from a chronic inflammatory arthritis dissects into potential space in the popliteal region. When this collection of fluid ruptures, it can produce pain very similar to that of a DVT.