Description

Syphilitic mitral valve stenosis is a condition where the mitral valve of the heart becomes narrowed due to the effects of syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection. This can lead to complications such as heart failure and requires careful medical management.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term is used in formal medical contexts and may not be commonly known among patients. Variants such as 'estenosis mitral' may be heard, but it is crucial to use the full term 'estenosis de la válvula mitral sifilítica' to maintain clarity. Avoid colloquial terms that may confuse the clinical meaning.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with syphilitic mitral valve stenosis after presenting with symptoms of heart failure.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con estenosis de la válvula mitral sifilítica tras presentar síntomas de insuficiencia cardíaca.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'estenosis' with 'insuficiencia'; mispronouncing 'sifilítica'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.