Description

Tuberculosis of the pericardium is a rare form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis that affects the pericardial sac surrounding the heart. It can lead to pericardial effusion and other complications 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 clinical register and avoid colloquial terms. Common variants that may be heard include 'tuberculosis cardíaca' or 'tuberculosis pericárdica', which should be avoided in formal contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with tuberculosis of the pericardium after presenting with chest pain and shortness of breath.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con tuberculosis del pericardio tras presentar dolor en el pecho y dificultad para respirar.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with pulmonary tuberculosis; using colloquial terms like 'tuberculosis cardíaca'; mispronouncing 'pericardio' as 'pericardio' with incorrect emphasis