Description

Tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by unspecified means, refers to a diagnosis of lung tuberculosis where the confirmation method is not detailed. This condition is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis and primarily affects the respiratory system.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that they may encounter variations such as 'tuberculosis pulmonar' or 'tuberculosis respiratoria', but it is crucial to use the canonical term for clarity in medical settings. Additionally, be cautious of the context in which the term is used, as it may be discussed alongside other pulmonary diseases.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Tuberculosis of lung, confirmed by unspecified means after presenting with persistent cough and weight loss.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Tuberculosis de pulmón, confirmada por medios no especificados, después de presentar tos persistente y pérdida de peso.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'tuberculosis extrapulmonar'; mispronouncing 'tuberculosis'; mixing up with 'neumonía'.