autoimmune hepatitis
noun
: chronic hepatitis occurring as a result of an immune system attack on cells of the liver
The presentation of autoimmune hepatitis is heterogeneous, and the clinical course may be characterized by periods of decreased or increased activity; thus, clinical manifestations are variable.—
Edward L. Krawitt, The New England Journal of Medicine
Edward L. Krawitt, The New England Journal of MedicineDictionary Entries Near autoimmune hepatitis
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“Autoimmune hepatitis.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/autoimmune%20hepatitis. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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