[Multinodular hepatic steatosis. Ultrasonic and x-ray computed tomographic aspects. Apropos of a case]

Focal hepatic steatosis can present as definite hepatic nodules, this particular form being rare and poorly documented. Ultrasound images show hyperechogenic type nodules assisting diagnosis of cases with affections known to provoke steatosis. CT scan images provide a positive diagnosis of steatosis if these solid nodules are very hypodense and do not take up contrast. In difficult cases, guided puncture cytology establishes a definite histologic diagnosis.