Description

Tuberculosis of hilar lymph nodes confirmed bacteriologically or histologically refers to the infection of the lymph nodes located at the hilum of the lungs, which can be diagnosed through laboratory tests. This condition is a specific manifestation of tuberculosis that may indicate more extensive pulmonary involvement.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should maintain a formal register when discussing this diagnosis, as it is a serious medical condition. Common variants that may be heard include colloquial terms for tuberculosis, but it is important to stick to the glossary term in formal contexts to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Tuberculosis of hilar lymph nodes confirmed bacteriologically or histologically after further testing.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con la tuberculosis de los ganglios linfáticos hilares confirmó bacteriológica o histológicamente tras pruebas adicionales.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'hilar' with similar-sounding terms; mispronouncing 'tuberculosis'; mixing up with other forms of tuberculosis such as extrapulmonary tuberculosis.