Description

Syphilitic osteopathy or osteochondropathy refers to bone and cartilage diseases resulting from syphilis infection. These conditions can lead to significant skeletal deformities and complications if left untreated.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in discussions about syphilis-related complications. It is important to use the formal term 'osteopatía sifilítica o osteocondropatía' to maintain clinical accuracy. Avoid colloquial terms that may confuse the context, such as 'enfermedad sifilítica de los huesos'.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with syphilitic osteopathy, which explained his severe bone pain.

ES: Al paciente se le diagnosticó osteopatía sifilítica, lo que explicaba su intenso dolor óseo.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

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