Description

Tuberculosis of bones or joints, specifically in the ankle and foot, is a rare but serious manifestation of tuberculosis infection. It can lead to significant morbidity if not diagnosed and treated promptly, often requiring a combination of antibiotic therapy and surgical intervention.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be confused with general bone or joint infections. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Additionally, interpreters might hear variations such as 'tuberculosis ósea' or 'tuberculosis articular', which should be avoided in formal contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Tuberculosis of bones or joints, ankle and foot.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con tuberculosis de huesos o articulaciones, tobillo y pie.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with general bone infections; misinterpretation of 'tuberculosis articular' as a broader term; mixing up terminology with osteomyelitis.