AKT-5033

AKT-5033

You observe a 9-year-old boy with a swelling behind his right knee. He noticed the swelling 3 days ago, it is not painful and isn’t growing. The swelling is not associated with a prior injury. He is otherwise healthy.

Upon examination, you discover a round, smooth, and fluctuant swelling in the popliteal fossa of his right knee. It is not tender.

You diagnose a Baker’s cyst and provide the patient and his mother with some information.

Which of the following statements about Baker’s cysts is accurate?