Description

HIV or AIDS vacuolar myelopathy is a neurological condition associated with HIV infection, characterized by vacuolar changes in the spinal cord. It can lead to progressive weakness and sensory loss, impacting the patient's mobility and quality of life.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term may be used in discussions about neurological complications of HIV. Common variants include 'mielopatía por VIH' or 'mielopatía asociada al SIDA', but it is important to stick to the glossary term in formal medical contexts to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with HIV or AIDS vacuolar myelopathy after presenting with symptoms of weakness and sensory loss.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con VIH o mielopatía vacuolar del SIDA después de presentar síntomas de debilidad y pérdida sensorial.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with other neurological conditions; mispronunciation of 'mielopatía'; using informal language instead of clinical terminology.