Description

Late congenital syphilitic optic atrophy refers to the degeneration of the optic nerve that occurs as a result of congenital syphilis. This condition can lead to visual impairment and is typically diagnosed in infants or children who were infected in utero.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term is specific to congenital syphilis and may hear variations such as 'atrofia óptica por sífilis congénita' in colloquial contexts. It is crucial to maintain the formal terminology in clinical settings to avoid confusion with other types of optic atrophy.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with late congenital syphilitic optic atrophy after a thorough examination.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con atrofia óptica sífilítica congénita tardía tras un examen exhaustivo.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'atrofia óptica' from other causes; mispronouncing 'sífilítica'; mixing up congenital with acquired conditions.