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Hepatitis B  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • INFLAMMATION of the LIVER in humans caused by a member of the ORTHOHEPADNAVIRUS genus, HEPATITIS B VIRUS. It is primarily transmitted by parenteral exposure, such as transfusion of contaminated blood or blood products, but can also be transmitted via sexual or intimate personal contact.

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Entry terms

  • Hepatitis B Virus Infection

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URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-MC7L7LZ2-J

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