Description

Tuberculous ascites is a condition characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity due to tuberculosis infection. It often occurs in patients with disseminated tuberculosis and can lead to abdominal distension and discomfort.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may refer to this condition using various terms, but it is important to use 'ascitis tuberculosa' in formal medical contexts. Be cautious of regional variations in terminology and ensure clarity when discussing the condition with patients.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with tuberculous ascites after presenting with abdominal swelling and fever.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con ascitis tuberculosa tras presentar hinchazón abdominal y fiebre.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'ascitis tuberculosa' with 'ascitis viral'; misinterpreting related terms like 'tuberculosis abdominal'; using informal language instead of clinical terminology.