A bursa is a fluid-filled space lined by endothelium. They function to permit free movement between apposing tendon, bone and skin.
There are a number of well-defined bursae:
Also, bursae may form at the sites of repeated friction between two layers: adventitious bursae.
Bursae may become inflamed or infected.
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