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  • Title: An unusual case of synovial cyst of the hip joint presenting as femoral vein compression and severe lower limb edema.
    Author: Colasanti M, Sapienza P, Moroni E, Mosiello G, Postacchini F, di Marzo L.
    Journal: Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg; 2006 Oct; 32(4):468-70. PubMed ID: 16861017.
    Abstract:
    INTRODUCTION: Synovial cyst of the hip joint causing the compression of the femoral vein is a rare occurrence. We carefully reviewed the international literature collecting 26 additional cases. REPORT: A case of a patient affected with synovial cyst of the hip joint causing the compression of the femoral vein and severe lower limb edema is presented. DISCUSSION: The treatment of choice of synovial cyst compressing the femoral vein is surgical removal.
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