Aesthetic improvement of the nail by the "illusion" technique in partial toe transfer for thumb reconstruction.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
We describe a technique to improve the cosmetic appearance of the nail of the great toe after partial toe transfer for thumb reconstruction. By harvesting a bone fragment longitudinally from the distal phalanx, it is possible to increase the curvature of the nail and decrease its visual projection.
Medical subject headings
- Amputation, Traumatic
- Finger Injuries
- Hallux
- Nails
- Thumb