Hepatitis B

Hepatit B

Svensk definition

Hepatit orsakad av Hepatit B-virus. Det kan överföras genom blodtransfusion eller via blodprodukter.

Engelsk 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.

Svenska synonymer

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Engelska synonymer

Hepatitis B Virus Infection