Description

Myelitis due to mycobacterium tuberculosis is an inflammation of the spinal cord caused by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria. This condition can lead to neurological deficits and requires prompt medical attention for diagnosis and treatment.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be confused with other forms of myelitis or neurological conditions. It is important to maintain a formal register when discussing this diagnosis. Avoid colloquial terms that may arise in conversation, such as 'tuberculosis de la médula' which is not clinically accurate.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Myelitis due to mycobacterium tuberculosis after presenting with neurological symptoms.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Mielitis debido a Mycobacterium tuberculosis tras presentar síntomas neurológicos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing myelitis with other neurological disorders; mispronouncing 'tuberculosis' as 'tuberculosis'; using informal language instead of clinical terminology.