Description

Tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by culture only refers to a specific diagnosis where the presence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in the lung is verified exclusively through culture methods. This confirmation is crucial for appropriate treatment and management of the disease.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in formal medical contexts and should avoid colloquial alternatives. It's important to maintain a clinical register and ensure clarity when discussing diagnostic methods. Be cautious of potential confusion with other forms of tuberculosis or respiratory infections.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by culture only after several tests were conducted.

ES: Al paciente se le diagnosticó Tuberculosis de pulmón, confirmada solo por cultivo después de realizar varias pruebas.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with extrapulmonary tuberculosis; misinterpreting 'confirmada' as 'diagnosticada'; mixing up with other respiratory infections.