Description

Congenital syphilitic epiphysitis is a rare condition characterized by inflammation of the epiphyses in infants born with congenital syphilis. This condition can lead to growth disturbances and skeletal abnormalities if not identified and managed appropriately.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term is specific to congenital syphilis and may not be familiar to all healthcare providers. It is important to use the exact term 'Epifisitis sífilítica congénita' in formal contexts, as colloquial terms may vary widely and could lead to confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The pediatrician diagnosed the infant with congenital syphilitic epiphysitis after reviewing the imaging studies.

ES: El pediatra diagnosticó al infante con epifisitis sífilítica congénita tras revisar los estudios de imagen.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'epifisitis' alone; mispronouncing 'sífilítica'; mixing up with other congenital conditions.