Description

Tuberculosis of mediastinal lymph nodes refers to an infection characterized by the presence of tuberculosis bacteria in the lymph nodes located in the mediastinum. This condition may present without definitive bacteriological or histological confirmation, making diagnosis challenging.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in various clinical settings, particularly in infectious disease discussions. It is important to stick to the glossary term 'Tuberculosis de los ganglios linfáticos mediastínicos, sin mencionar la confirmación bacteriológica o histológica' to maintain clarity. Avoid colloquial terms that may arise in conversation, such as 'tuberculosis ganglionar'.

Example Sentences

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

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

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with pulmonary tuberculosis; mispronouncing 'mediastínicos'; using informal language instead of formal medical terminology.