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Preferred term

Hepatitis B, Chronic  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • INFLAMMATION of the LIVER in humans caused by HEPATITIS B VIRUS lasting six months or more. 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.

Entry terms

  • Chronic Hepatitis B
  • Chronic Hepatitis B Virus Infection
  • Hepatitis B Virus Infection, Chronic

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URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-MX03J2TZ-J

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