Description

Acute gonococcal infection of the upper genitourinary tract is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It can lead to serious complications if left untreated, affecting the reproductive organs and potentially causing infertility.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may refer to this condition using terms like 'gonorrea' or 'infección por gonococo', which are colloquial. It is essential to maintain a formal tone and use the glossary term in clinical settings to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with an acute gonococcal infection of the upper genitourinary tract, site unspecified.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con una infección gonocócica aguda del tracto genitourinario superior, sitio no especificado.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'gonorrea' which is more general; mispronouncing 'gonocócica'; mixing up with other STIs like chlamydia.