Description

Dementia due to human immunodeficiency virus refers to cognitive decline and memory loss associated with HIV infection. This condition can significantly impact daily functioning and quality of life, often requiring comprehensive management strategies.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in clinical settings to discuss cognitive impairments related to HIV. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms that may arise in conversation. Common variants include 'demencia por VIH', which may be heard in some contexts, but the canonical term should be used in formal discussions.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Dementia due to human immunodeficiency virus after showing significant cognitive decline.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con demencia debida al virus de inmunodeficiencia humana tras mostrar un deterioro cognitivo significativo.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with other types of dementia; mispronouncing 'inmunodeficiencia'; using informal language instead of clinical terminology.