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Hepatitis D
Medical Definition: | Hepatitis caused by the HEPATITIS DELTA VIRUS in association with hepatitis B. It is endemic in some European countries and is seen in drug users, hemophiliacs, and polytransfused persons. |
Guide Notes: | a hepatitis caused by hepatitis delta virus; HEPATITIS D, CHRONIC is also available |
Also Called: | Superinfection, Delta |
Previously Indexed: | Hepatitis B (1977-1985),Hepatitis B Antigens (1977-1985),Hepatitis, Viral, Human (1977-1985) |
Hepatitis D, Chronic - Inflammatory disease of the liver caused by hepatitis D virus in conjunction with hepatitis B virus and lasting six months or more. |
Hepatitis D Medical Definitions and Terms
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