Description

Tuberculosis of the myocardium is a rare form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis that affects the heart muscle. It can lead to serious complications such as heart failure or arrhythmias if not diagnosed and treated promptly.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be confused with other forms of tuberculosis, such as pulmonary tuberculosis. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Stick to the glossary term 'Tuberculosis del miocardio' in all formal contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Tuberculosis of the myocardium after presenting with chest pain and arrhythmias.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Tuberculosis del miocardio después de presentar dolor en el pecho y arritmias.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with pulmonary tuberculosis; mispronouncing 'miocardio' as 'mioardio'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.