Description

Enteritis due to cholera caused by Vibrio cholerae O1, biovar eltor is an intestinal inflammation resulting from infection with this specific strain of bacteria. It is characterized by severe diarrhea and can lead to dehydration and other complications if not treated promptly.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term 'enteritis por Vibrio cholerae O1, biovar eltor' is the preferred clinical terminology. Common variants such as 'cólera' or 'enteritis por cólera' may be encountered, but it is important to use the canonical term in formal contexts. Avoid using colloquial terms that do not accurately reflect the clinical condition. Follow the phrasing pattern of 'por [agente]' for infectious agents.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Enteritis due to cholera due to Vibrio cholerae O1, biovar eltor after presenting with severe diarrhea.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con enteritis por cólera por Vibrio cholerae O1, biovar eltor tras presentar diarrea severa.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing cholera with typhoid fever; using 'debido a' instead of 'por' for infectious agent phrasing; mispronouncing 'Vibrio cholerae' in Spanish.