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A Baker's cyst, also known as a popliteal cyst, is a benign swelling of the semimembranous bursa found behind the knee joint Musculoskeletal system

Baker's cyst

Non-infectious · Chronic

A fluid-filled swelling behind the knee, usually linked to arthritis or a cartilage tear inside the knee joint.

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