Description

Tuberculous arthritis of the upper arm is a rare form of arthritis caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which primarily affects the joints. This condition can lead to pain, swelling, and limited mobility in the affected arm, often requiring a combination of medical and surgical treatment.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may refer to this condition using less formal terms or may confuse it with other forms of arthritis. It is important to maintain a clinical register and avoid colloquial expressions. Stick to the glossary term 'artritis tuberculosa de la parte superior del brazo' in formal contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with tuberculous arthritis of the upper arm after presenting with persistent pain and swelling.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con artritis tuberculosa de la parte superior del brazo tras presentar dolor y hinchazón persistentes.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'tuberculous' with 'tuberculosis'; mixing up with other types of arthritis; mispronouncing 'artritis' as 'artrosis'