Description

Primary respiratory tuberculosis, confirmed bacteriologically or histologically, refers to the initial infection of the lungs by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which has been verified through laboratory tests. This condition is critical to diagnose accurately as it can lead to significant morbidity if untreated.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in both clinical and public health contexts. Common variants include 'tuberculosis pulmonar' or 'tuberculosis primaria', but it is important to stick to the canonical term in formal settings to avoid confusion. Be cautious of regional variations in terminology that may not be clinically accurate.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Primary respiratory tuberculosis, confirmed bacteriologically or histologically.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Tuberculosis respiratoria primaria, confirmada bacteriológica o histológicamente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

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