Description

Respiratory tuberculosis, not confirmed, refers to a clinical suspicion of tuberculosis affecting the respiratory system without definitive diagnostic confirmation. This condition may present with symptoms such as cough, fever, and weight loss, but further testing is required to establish a diagnosis.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in contexts where patients exhibit symptoms suggestive of tuberculosis but lack conclusive test results. Common variants interpreters might hear include 'tuberculosis pulmonar no confirmada' or 'tuberculosis respiratoria sospechada', but it is essential to stick to the glossary term in formal contexts to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor suspected respiratory tuberculosis, not confirmed, based on the patient's symptoms and travel history.

ES: El médico sospechaba de tuberculosis respiratoria, no confirmada, basándose en los síntomas y la historia de viajes del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with confirmed tuberculosis; mixing up with other respiratory infections; mispronouncing 'tuberculosis' as 'tuberculosa'.