Description

Meningeal tuberculoma is a localized lesion in the meninges caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It can result in significant neurological symptoms and requires prompt diagnosis and treatment.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters may encounter variations such as 'tuberculoma meníngeo' or 'tuberculoma cerebral', which are colloquial. It is crucial to maintain the formal term 'tuberculoma meníngido' in clinical settings to ensure clarity and accuracy.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with a meningeal tuberculoma after presenting with severe headaches and neurological deficits.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con un tuberculoma meníngido tras presentar dolores de cabeza severos y déficits neurológicos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'tuberculoma meníngido' with 'tuberculosis meníngea'; mispronouncing 'meníngido' as 'meningido'; mixing up with other types of tuberculomas.