What is microlobulated surface of the liver?

The microlobulated surface of the liver refers to a pattern of surface texture characterized by small, rounded lobules that are often indicative of certain liver diseases, such as cirrhosis or chronic hepatitis. This appearance can result from the distortion of normal liver architecture due to fibrosis and regenerative nodules. Microlobulation can be identified through imaging techniques or during histopathological examination and may signify underlying pathological processes affecting liver function.