Description

Tuberculosis of bones or joints is a form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis that affects the skeletal system, primarily the spine and weight-bearing joints. It can lead to significant morbidity 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 crucial to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Some may refer to it as 'tuberculosis ósea' in informal contexts, which should be avoided in clinical settings.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Tuberculosis of bones or joints after experiencing persistent joint pain.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Tuberculosis de huesos o articulaciones tras experimentar un dolor articular persistente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with pulmonary tuberculosis; using informal terms like 'tuberculosis ósea'; mispronouncing 'articulaciones' as 'articulaciones'.