Description

Tuberculous pansinusitis is a severe sinus infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, characterized by inflammation of all the paranasal sinuses. Diagnosis is confirmed through bacteriological or histological examination, which identifies the presence of the tuberculosis bacterium in tissue samples or cultures.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in formal medical contexts, and it is important to maintain the clinical register. Common variants that may arise include 'sinusitis tuberculosa' or 'pansinusitis por tuberculosis', but these should be avoided in favor of the glossary term to ensure clarity and accuracy.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with tuberculous pansinusitis, with bacteriological or histological confirmation.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con pansinusitis tuberculosa, con confirmación bacteriológica o histológica.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'pansinusitis' with 'sinusitis'; mispronouncing 'tuberculosa'; mixing up with non-tuberculous sinusitis terms.