Quadriceps tendon cyst

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Palpable nodule on the anterior aspect of knee above patella for few months.

Patient Data

Age: 70 years
Gender: Male
ultrasound

A well-defined cystic lesion is noted involving the quadriceps tendon. No tendon tear is seen. No joint effusion is noted.

Case Discussion

Features of quadriceps tendon cyst.

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