Description

Mannitol is a sugar alcohol used primarily as a diuretic and to reduce intracranial pressure. It is also utilized in the treatment of certain types of kidney failure and as a sweetener in various food products.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters may encounter the term 'manitol' in various medical contexts, particularly in discussions about renal function or neurosurgery. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms that may confuse the clinical context.

Example Sentences

EN: Mannitol is often administered to patients with elevated intracranial pressure.

ES: El manitol se administra a menudo a pacientes con presión intracraneal elevada.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'mannitol' with 'sorbitol'; mispronouncing 'manitol' as 'manitol' with an incorrect emphasis; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.