Description

Ventriculostomy is a surgical procedure that involves creating an opening in the ventricles of the brain to allow for drainage of cerebrospinal fluid. This procedure is often performed to relieve intracranial pressure or to treat conditions such as hydrocephalus.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'ventriculostomía' may be used interchangeably with 'ventriculocisternostomía' in some contexts, but it's important to use the correct term based on the specific procedure being referenced. Avoid colloquial terms that may confuse the clinical context, and ensure clarity when explaining the procedure to patients.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor recommended a ventriculostomy to manage the patient's increased intracranial pressure.

ES: El médico recomendó una ventriculocisternostomía para manejar el aumento de la presión intracraneal del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'ventriculostomy' with 'ventriculocisternostomy'; mispronouncing 'ventriculostomy' as 'ventriculostomía'; using informal language instead of formal medical terminology.