Description

A tuberculoma of the spinal cord is a localized mass caused by the infection of the spinal cord with Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It can lead to neurological deficits and requires prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent further complications.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term is often used in neurology and infectious disease contexts. Common variants may include 'tuberculoma' used colloquially, but it is essential to stick to the formal term 'tuberculoma de médula espinal' in clinical settings to maintain clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with a tuberculoma of the spinal cord after presenting with neurological symptoms.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con un tuberculoma de médula espinal tras presentar síntomas neurológicos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'tuberculoma' with 'tuberculosis'; mispronouncing 'médula' as 'medula'; mixing up with other types of spinal cord lesions.