Description

Tuberculosis of the larynx, trachea, or bronchus refers to the infection of these specific respiratory structures by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacterium. This condition can occur without laboratory confirmation through bacteriological or histological methods, making clinical diagnosis essential.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in various clinical settings, and it is important to maintain a formal register. Common variants that may be encountered include 'tuberculosis laríngea' or 'tuberculosis bronquial', but it is advisable to stick to the glossary term in formal contexts to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Tuberculosis of larynx, trachea or bronchus, without mention of bacteriological or histological confirmation.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Tuberculosis de laringe, tráquea o bronquio, sin mencionar la confirmación bacteriológica o histológica.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with laryngeal cancer; mispronouncing 'laringitis' as 'laringitis'; mixing up tuberculosis with other respiratory infections.