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pes anserine bursa
- the bursa beneath the pes anserine tendon 4-6 cm below the anteromedial knee joint line
Pathology:
- inflammation (pes anserine bursitis) is common, especially in individuals with osteoarthritis or varus deformities
- also occurs in female long distance runners
Related
pes anserine (hamstring) tendon
pes anserine bursitis
pes anserine pain syndrome
General
bursa
References
- Saunders Manual of Medical Practice, Rakel (ed), WB Saunders,
Philadelphia, 1996, pg 673
- Clyman M. In: Intensive Course in Geriatric Medicine &
Board Review, Marina Del Ray, CA, Sept 12-15, 2001
- NEJM Knowledge+