Category: H

A sterilized solution of antibodies against hepatitis B surface antigen obtained from plasma of human donors who have high titers of antibodies. It provides passive immunity against infection for those who have not been vaccinated and are exposed to HBV.  

An incision into the hepatic duct.  

The surgical removal of gallstones from the hepatic duct.  

An operation to create a passage between the hepatic duct and the stomach. The surgical joining of the hepatic duct and the jejunum.  

An operation to create an artificial opening between the hepatic duct and intestine.  

To inhibit blood coagulation with heparin. A substance that prevents or treats blood clots. Heparinoids have a lower risk for bleeding and thrombocytopenia than heparin.  

A device attached to an intravenous catheter to prevent it from clotting. It is used for intermittent administration of fluids or medication.  

Hepatitis DNA virus. The hepatitis DNA virus that infects humans is hepatitis B.  

A family of flaviviruses that includes both the hepatitis C and hepatitis G viruses.  

A dark band on the undersurface of the tectorial membrane of the inner ear.