Description

Gonococcal peritonitis is an infection of the peritoneum caused by the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria. It is a rare but serious condition that can result from the spread of gonorrhea or other pelvic infections.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'peritonitis gonocócica' may be used in formal medical settings, while some may hear colloquial terms like 'infección por gonococo'. It is crucial to maintain a formal register and avoid any informal expressions during interpretation.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with gonococcal peritonitis after presenting with severe abdominal pain.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con peritonitis gonocócica después de presentar un dolor abdominal severo.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'peritonitis bacteriana'; mispronouncing 'gonocócica'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.