Description

The trigeminal nerve is the fifth cranial nerve and is responsible for sensation in the face and motor functions such as biting and chewing. It has three major branches: the ophthalmic, maxillary, and mandibular nerves, which innervate different facial regions.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term 'trigeminal nerve' might be used in various clinical contexts, including dental and neurological discussions. Common variants include 'nervio trigémino' or simply 'trigémino'. It is important to stick to the glossary term in formal contexts to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The trigeminal nerve can be affected by conditions such as trigeminal neuralgia.

ES: El nervio craneal V puede verse afectado por condiciones como la neuralgia del trigémino.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'trigeminal nerve' with 'facial nerve'; mispronouncing 'trigémino' as 'trigemino'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.