Synovial cysts and sarcoid synovitis.
The case of a practice nurse who presented with painless cystic swellings in the popliteal and antecubital fossae and lymphoedema of the legs is reported. Biopsies of synovium, a breast lump, axillary lymph nodes and of the Kveim site demonstrated sarcoidosis. Prior to biopsy diagnosis was not obvious. Synovial cysts are a very rare manifestation of sarcoid joint disease and this case illustrates the importance of biopsy in establishing the diagnosis.
Isdale
A H
AH
Rheumatology and Rehabilitation Unit, Leeds.
Iveson
J M
JM
D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008209:Lymphedema / Q000209:etiology; D008875:Middle Aged; D011151:Popliteal Cyst / Q000209:etiology; D012507:Sarcoidosis / Q000150:complications*; D013581:Synovial Cyst / Q000209:etiology*; D013585:Synovitis / Q000150:complications*