Management of acute fingernail injuries.

Van Beek, A L; Kassan, M A; Adson, M H; Dale, V · Hand Clin · 1990

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Abstract

This article describes and illustrates the process of nail regeneration and suggests specific management for acute nail bed injuries. The management consists of direct, nail matrix repair and nail matrix split grafting. Postoperative care following nail bed injuries is also discussed.

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