Description

Hydrocephalus due to tuberculosis is a condition characterized by the accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain's ventricles, resulting from an infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This condition can lead to increased intracranial pressure and various neurological symptoms if not treated promptly.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term may be used in various clinical contexts, including neurology and infectious diseases. It's important to avoid colloquial terms or regional variations that may confuse the patient, such as 'hidrocefalia por infección'. Always use the canonical term to maintain clarity in medical discussions.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Hydrocephalus due to tuberculosis after presenting with severe headaches and vision problems.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con hidrocefalia debido a la tuberculosis después de presentar dolores de cabeza severos y problemas de visión.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'hidrocefalia' with 'hidrocefalia congénita'; mixing up tuberculosis with other infections; mispronouncing 'tuberculosis' as 'tuberculosos'