Description

Secondary syphilitic anterior uveitis is an inflammatory condition affecting the anterior segment of the eye, associated with secondary syphilis. It can lead to significant visual impairment if not diagnosed and treated promptly.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in contexts discussing sexually transmitted infections and ocular complications. Common variants include 'uveítis sifilítica' or simply 'uveítis', but it is crucial to use the full term 'Uveítis sifitis sifilítica secundaria' in formal medical contexts to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with secondary syphilitic anterior uveitis after presenting with visual disturbances.

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

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'uveítis primaria'; mispronouncing 'sifilítica'; mixing up with other types of uveitis.