Description

Multiple Organ Failure refers to the progressive failure of two or more organ systems, often resulting from severe illness or injury. It is a critical condition that requires immediate medical intervention and can lead to high morbidity and mortality rates.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'Fallo Multiorgánico' is the standard term used in clinical settings. Variants like 'insuficiencia multiorgánica' may be heard but should be avoided in formal contexts. It's essential to maintain a clinical register when discussing this serious condition.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was admitted to the ICU due to Multiple Organ Failure following a severe infection.

ES: El paciente fue ingresado en la UCI debido a Fallo Multiorgánico tras una infección severa.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'Fallo Multiorgánico' with 'insuficiencia multiorgánica'; mispronouncing 'fallo' as 'falla'; using informal language when discussing a critical condition.