Description

Colitis due to Klebsiella oxytoca is an inflammatory condition of the colon caused by the bacterium Klebsiella oxytoca. This infection can lead to symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fever, and may require medical intervention.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should use the formal term 'colitis por Klebsiella oxytoca' in clinical settings, adhering to the Spanish medical terminology style guide. Common variants may include 'colitis por Klebsiella', which should be avoided in formal contexts to maintain clarity and precision.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with colitis due to Klebsiella oxytoca after presenting with severe gastrointestinal symptoms.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con colitis debido a Klebsiella oxytoca tras presentar síntomas gastrointestinales severos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'Klebsiella oxytoca' with other Klebsiella species; using informal terms like 'colitis por Klebsiella' in clinical settings; mispronouncing 'Klebsiella' in Spanish.