Following some knee injuries,patients experience a swelling due to an accumulation of fluid within the knee,a condition referred to as "water on the knee." Which of the following is a likely source of this fluid?
A) the tendons around the knee
B) the hydrostat
C) spongy bone
D) the synovial sac

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The synovial sac is a structure in the knee joint that produces synovial fluid, which lubricates and nourishes the joint. Injuries can cause increased production of this fluid, leading to swelling in the knee joint. Therefore, the synovial sac is a likely source of the fluid that accumulates in the knee in the condition known as "water on the knee."

Following Some Knee Injuries,patients Experience a Swelling Due to an Accumulation