Description

Rasmussen aneurysm is a rare type of cerebral aneurysm that occurs in the context of a pulmonary infection, particularly associated with tuberculosis. It is characterized by the formation of an aneurysm in the brain due to the inflammatory process caused by the infection.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may not be widely recognized outside of specialized medical contexts. It is important to maintain the formal register and avoid colloquial terms. There are no common regional variants for this term, but interpreters should ensure clarity when explaining its implications in cases of tuberculosis.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with a Rasmussen aneurysm following a severe pulmonary infection.

ES: Al paciente se le diagnosticó un aneurisma de Rasmussen tras una grave infección pulmonar.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing Rasmussen aneurysm with other types of cerebral aneurysms; mispronouncing 'Rasmussen'; using informal language when discussing the diagnosis.