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Podiatry and Medical - Set 2

Category - Podiatry Part II

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Which of the following statements best defines the Baker’s cyst?
  1. It is a firm swelling behind the knee, caused by herniation of synovial membrane of the knee joint
  2. It is a depression in front of the knee, caused by herniation of synovial membrane of the knee joint
  3. It is a localized swelling at the medial side of the first metatarsophalangeal joint
  4. It is inflammation and swelling of the prepatellar bursa
Explanation
Answer − A − The statement that best defines the Baker’s cyst is that it is a firm swelling behind the knee, caused by herniation of synovial membrane of the knee joint. It impairs flexion and extension of the knee joint, limits joint mobility, and may be painful.
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