Description

Congenital syphilitic splenomegaly refers to an enlargement of the spleen that occurs in infants due to maternal syphilis infection during pregnancy. This condition can lead to various complications if not diagnosed and managed appropriately.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should maintain a formal register when discussing this diagnosis, as it pertains to a serious condition. Be cautious of regional variations or colloquial terms that may arise, and ensure to use the canonical term to maintain clarity in clinical settings.

Example Sentences

EN: The pediatrician diagnosed the infant with congenital syphilitic splenomegaly after reviewing the mother's medical history.

ES: El pediatra diagnosticó al infante con esplenomegalia sífilítica congénita tras revisar la historia clínica de la madre.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusion with 'esplenomegalia' alone; mixing up with congenital infections like toxoplasmosis; mispronouncing the term due to its length.