Description

Tuberculosis of bones or joints, hand refers to a form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis that affects the skeletal system, particularly the bones and joints in the hand. This condition can lead to significant morbidity if not diagnosed and treated promptly, as it may cause pain, deformity, and loss of function.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may use terms like 'tuberculosis ósea' or 'tuberculosis articular', which are colloquial variants but not as precise. It is important to maintain a formal register and use the canonical term in clinical settings to avoid confusion. Be cautious of regional variations in terminology that may arise during interpretation.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Tuberculosis of bones or joints, hand after presenting with persistent pain and swelling.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Tuberculosis de huesos o articulaciones, mano, después de presentar dolor y hinchazón persistentes.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'tuberculosis pulmonar'; misinterpretation as 'infección articular'; mixing up with osteomyelitis