Diffuse Nodulated Liver: a Case Report on Alco- hol-Related Liver Pathology
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2025-12-26
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Clinical Images and Medical Case Reports
Abstract
Background: Diffuse nodulated liver (DNL) is a rare hepatic condition, that typically presents as diffuse micronodular
transformation of the liver with or without fibrous septa. It is usually discovered incidentally during autopsy, and its
appearance can be mistaken for cirrhosis or neoplastic conditions. This case highlights the clinical challenges of diagnosing
DNL, particularly in individuals with a history of alcoholism, and emphasizes the need for increased awareness among
clinicians.
Case presentation: A 27-year-old male was found deceased due to homicide and later underwent an autopsy. He was
found to have DNL and the medical history revealed heavy alcohol consumption, but there were no prior significant
diagnoses or treatments related to hepatic conditions.
Conclusions: Diffuse nodular liver, though rare and often incidental, is an important finding that can be mistaken
for other hepatic pathologies. This case highlights the significant link between chronic alcohol consumption and liver
disease, underscoring the potential severity of alcohol-related liver conditions.
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Diffuse nodulated liver, Liver cirrhosis, Chronic alcoholism and Liver injury
Citation
Lufukuja, G.J., 2024. Diffuse Nodulated Liver: a Case Report on Al-cohol-Related Liver Pathology. Clin Img and Med Case Rep, 2(1).