Description

Tuberculous arthritis of lower leg is a rare form of arthritis caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, primarily affecting the joints. It often presents with pain, swelling, and limited mobility in the affected leg, and may occur in patients with a history of pulmonary tuberculosis or other systemic manifestations of the disease.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may refer to this condition using terms like 'artritis tuberculosa' or simply 'tuberculosis en la pierna', which are colloquial and less specific. It is important to maintain a formal register and use the canonical term to avoid confusion with other forms of arthritis or infections.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with tuberculous arthritis of lower leg after presenting with joint pain and swelling.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con artritis tuberculosa de la pierna después de presentar dolor e hinchazón en la articulación.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'artritis reumatoide'; misinterpreting 'tuberculosa' as a general infection; mixing up with 'tuberculosis pulmonar'.