Description

Tuberculous panuveitis is a severe inflammatory condition affecting all layers of the uvea, caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It can lead to significant vision loss if not diagnosed and treated promptly.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be confused with other forms of uveitis, such as viral or autoimmune uveitis. It's important to use the correct clinical terminology and avoid colloquial terms that may arise in discussions, such as 'infección ocular'. Stick to the glossary term in formal medical contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with tuberculous panuveitis after presenting with severe eye pain and vision changes.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con panuveítis tuberculosa tras presentar un dolor ocular intenso y cambios en la visión.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing panuveitis with other types of uveitis; mispronouncing 'tuberculosa' as 'tuberculoso'; using colloquial terms instead of the clinical term.