Hepatitis B, Chronic

**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.

**Tree numbers:** - C01.221.250.500.100 - C01.925.256.430.400.100 - C01.925.440.435.100 - C06.552.380.350.100 - C06.552.380.705.437.100 - C23.550.291.500.477.500

**Synonyms:** - Hepatitis B Virus Infection, Chronic - Chronic Hepatitis B Virus Infection - Chronic Hepatitis B