The most common causes of compression of the popliteal neurovascular bundle are Baker’s cyst, popliteal aneurysm, popliteal artery entrapment syndrome, and malignant tumors. However, some rarer conditions should also be considered in the differential diagnosis. We report a case of popliteal compression caused by a lipoma in a 66-year-old woman and illustrate the radioclinical approach to diagnosing and treating this syndrome.
What is already known about the topic?
Popliteal compression can have various causes. While most are benign, some are related to serious lesions. Clinical examination and MRI are essential for diagnosis.
What does this article bring up for us?
This article provides an overview of the causes of popliteal compression and presents a rare etiology that is worth considering, as well as its treatment.
Keywords
Lipoma, popliteal fossa, MRI, resection