Description

Tuberculosis of bones or joints in the lower leg is a form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis, where the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria infect the skeletal system. This condition can lead to severe pain, swelling, and mobility issues if not diagnosed and treated promptly.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in formal clinical settings, and it is important to maintain a professional tone. Common variants that may be encountered include 'tuberculosis ósea' or 'tuberculosis articular', but it is recommended to stick to the glossary term to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Tuberculosis of bones or joints, lower leg after experiencing persistent pain and swelling.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Tuberculosis de huesos o articulaciones, parte inferior de la pierna tras experimentar dolor y hinchazón persistentes.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'tuberculosis pulmonar'; misinterpreting 'articulaciones' as 'articulated'; mixing up with 'osteomielitis'.