Description

Tuberculosis of the bladder is a rare form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis that primarily affects the urinary system. It is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis and can lead to various urinary symptoms, including hematuria and dysuria.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be confused with other types of tuberculosis, such as pulmonary tuberculosis. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Stick to the glossary term 'Tuberculosis de la vejiga' in all formal contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with Tuberculosis of the bladder after presenting with recurrent urinary symptoms.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con Tuberculosis de la vejiga después de presentar síntomas urinarios recurrentes.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with pulmonary tuberculosis; mixing up with bladder cancer; mispronouncing 'vejiga' as 'vega'