(B17.0) Acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b

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282 204 in individuals diagnosis acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b confirmed
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11 637 deaths with diagnosis acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b
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4% mortality rate associated with the disease acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b

Diagnosis acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b is diagnosed Men are 12.98% more likely than Women

159 411

Men receive the diagnosis acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b

7 289 (4.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b

4 348 (3.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b - Men and Women aged 15-19

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 90-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89

Disease Features acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b - what does this mean

Acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b is caused by a superinfection of the hepatitis b virus (hbv) with the delta virus (hdv). the infection is characterized by an exacerbation of the chronic hepatitis b symptoms, such as jaundice, fatigue, abdominal pain, and dark urine. hdv is usually transmitted through contact with infected blood, and can be life-threatening if left untreated.

What happens during the disease - acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b

Acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b is a condition in which the hepatitis b virus is superinfected by the delta virus, leading to a rapid increase in the severity of the hepatitis b infection. this can lead to an increase in inflammation of the liver, increased viral load, and an increased risk of liver failure. the virus can also spread to other parts of the body, leading to a wide range of complications.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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16 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b - Prevention

The best way to prevent acute delta-(super)infection in chronic hepatitis b is to practice good hygiene, get vaccinated, and avoid contact with individuals who are already infected. additionally, it is important to receive regular screenings and to be aware of any symptoms that may indicate infection.