Description

Late syphilitic bursitis refers to inflammation of the bursae in the acromioclavicular joints as a result of untreated syphilis. This condition can lead to significant pain and limited mobility in the shoulder area, affecting the patient's quality of life.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in discussions about late-stage syphilis and its complications. Common variants that may arise include 'bursitis sifilítica' without the 'tardía' descriptor, which should be avoided in formal contexts to maintain clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Late syphilitic bursitis, acromioclavicular joints after presenting with severe shoulder pain.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con bursitis sifilítica tardía, articulaciones acromioclaviculares, después de presentar un dolor intenso en el hombro.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Mixing up 'bursitis' with 'tendinitis'; confusing 'acromioclavicular' with other joint names; mispronouncing 'sifilítica' as 'sifilítico'