Description

Hepatitis in late syphilis refers to liver inflammation that occurs as a complication of advanced syphilis infection. This condition may present with symptoms such as jaundice and abdominal pain, necessitating prompt medical evaluation and treatment.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in discussions about co-infections and complications in patients with syphilis. It's important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Some may confuse this with hepatitis caused by other infections, so clarity is essential.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with hepatitis in late syphilis, requiring immediate intervention.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con hepatitis en la sífilis tardía, lo que requiere intervención inmediata.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with hepatitis from other causes; mispronouncing 'sífilis'; using informal language instead of clinical terminology.