Description

Instillation of drugs refers to the process of administering medication in liquid form directly into a body cavity or onto a surface. This method is commonly used in ophthalmology for eye drops or in urology for bladder treatments.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'instilación' may sometimes be confused with 'instalación', which has a different meaning. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Stick to the glossary term in clinical contexts to ensure clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor recommended the instillation of drug to treat the patient's eye condition.

ES: El médico recomendó la instilación de medicamentos para tratar la condición ocular del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'instilación' with 'instalación'; using informal language instead of formal medical terminology; mispronouncing 'instilación' as 'instalación'