Description

A tuberculous abscess of the brain is a localized collection of pus caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection. This condition can lead to significant neurological deficits and requires prompt medical intervention.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term is used in formal clinical settings and may not be familiar to all patients. Common variants include 'absceso cerebral por tuberculosis' which may be used colloquially but should be avoided in formal contexts. It is crucial to maintain the clinical terminology to ensure clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with a tuberculous abscess of the brain after presenting with severe headaches and neurological symptoms.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con un absceso tuberculoso del cerebro tras presentar dolores de cabeza severos y síntomas neurológicos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'absceso cerebral' which may refer to other types of abscesses; mixing up 'tuberculoso' with 'tifus' due to phonetic similarity; mispronouncing 'tuberculoso' as 'tuberculosos'.