Record Drainage from Ruptured Baker’s cyst in Calf
74 year old male with knee arthritis tore his meniscus 3 weeks ago. The knee gradually swelled and became painful. Then, he developed progressive swelling in the back of the knee. Eventually, the swelling extended into his calf causing severe calf pain with any weight bearing activity.
He presented on crutches unable to put much weight to the leg. Imaging confirmed a ruptured Baker’s cyst with huge calf hematoma (blood collection). I was able to drain 160cc of blood from the back of his leg (a personal record for me!) His pain was immediately reduced and he was able to walk out of my office with mild discomfort.
Happy to help with all of your orthopedic needs!
SteveMeyersMD.com
Texas Health Care Bone & Joint Clinic
1651 W Rosedale #200
Ft Worth, TX. 76104
817.335.4316
Assistant Professor – TCU School of Medicine
Right calf swollen and bruised.
Huge 21cm calf hematoma.
Ultrasound guided needle inserted to drain.
After draining, cyst is collapsed.
160cc blood removed.
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