Definitions for "Chronic hepatitis"
A long-lasting, progressive destruction of the liver, leading eventually to cirrhosis and liver failure.
Refers to a disease of the liver that is marked by inflammation, persisting for a prolonged period (chronic). The individual cells of the liver are damaged and may be destroyed by inflammation. Causes include viruses, medication and autoantibodies.
The presence of hepatitis B virus in blood for longer than six months.