Description

Tuberculosis of intrathoracic lymph nodes refers to the infection of the lymph nodes located within the thoracic cavity by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This condition can occur without the need for bacteriological or histological confirmation, which may complicate diagnosis and treatment.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may sometimes be confused with general tuberculosis or other forms of lymphadenopathy. It is crucial to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Common variants that may arise include 'tuberculosis ganglionar' or 'tuberculosis mediastínica', but these should be avoided in formal contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Tuberculosis of intrathoracic lymph nodes, without mention of bacteriological or histological confirmation.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con tuberculosis de los ganglios linfáticos intratorácicos, sin mencionar la confirmación bacteriológica o histológica.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with general tuberculosis; misinterpretation as lymph node cancer; incorrect pronunciation of 'intratorácicos'.