Dr. Ebraheim’s educational animated video describes the conditions of elbow and knee bursitis which may cause gout.

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Elbow & Knee Bursitis Caused by Gout
Gout can cause bursitis. Gouty bursitis involving the olecranon and prepatellar areas is the most common. Gout crystals within the fluid are needle shaped and negatively bifringent. The presence of crystals within the bursa does not exclude the presence of infection. The fluid white cell count is usually lower within the bursa than anticipated in the joints. When you aspirate the bursitis, the fluid must be sent for culture and sensitivity, cell count and crystals. Gouty bursitis can be bilateral, and it can be difficult to treat. The gouty bursitis may also be associated with infection.