Description

Tuberculosis of hilar lymph nodes refers to the infection of the lymph nodes located at the root of the lungs by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This condition may occur without laboratory confirmation, making clinical assessment crucial for diagnosis and treatment.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in formal medical settings, and it's important to stick to the glossary term to maintain clarity. Common variants that may arise include colloquial terms like 'tuberculosis ganglionar' or 'tuberculosis de los ganglios'. Avoid confusion with other forms of tuberculosis, such as pulmonary tuberculosis.

Example Sentences

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

ES: Al paciente se le diagnosticó Tuberculosis de ganglios linfáticos hilares, sin mencionar la confirmación bacteriológica o histológica.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Mixing up 'hilar' with 'hilario'; confusing with pulmonary tuberculosis; mispronouncing 'tuberculosis' as 'tuberculosa'.