Description

Congenital syphilitic choroiditis is an inflammatory condition affecting the choroid layer of the eye, caused by congenital syphilis. It can lead to significant visual impairment and is associated with other systemic manifestations of syphilis in newborns.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'coroiditis sifilítica' is the formal term used in medical contexts. Common variants might include colloquial terms or regional phrases that are not clinically accurate, so it is important to stick to the glossary term. Be cautious of confusion with other types of choroiditis or syphilis-related conditions.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with congenital syphilitic choroiditis after presenting with visual disturbances.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con coroiditis sifilítica tras presentar alteraciones visuales.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with other types of choroiditis; mispronouncing 'coroiditis'; mixing up congenital syphilis with acquired syphilis.