Description

Tuberculous encephalitis is a rare but serious complication of tuberculosis that affects the brain. It is characterized by inflammation of the brain tissue caused by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'encefalitis tuberculosa' may be referred to in various ways, but it is important to stick to the glossary term in formal medical contexts. Common variants may include colloquial terms that are not clinically accurate, so caution is advised.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with tuberculous encephalitis after presenting with severe neurological symptoms.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con encefalitis tuberculosa después de presentar síntomas neurológicos severos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'encefalitis tuberculosa' with 'meningitis tuberculosa'; mispronouncing 'encefalitis' as 'encefalitis'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.