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Grafting and Other Reconstructive Options for Nail Deformities: Indications, Techniques, and Outcomes
Michael W Neumeister1, James N Winters2
1Department of Surgery, Institute for Plastic Surgery, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, 747 North Rutledge Street #3, Springfield, IL 62702, USA.
Abstract:
This article reviews the nomenclature, anatomic components, and physiologic growth involving the perionychium. Fingertip and nailbed injuries are commonly encountered problems in hand surgery. This article focuses primarily on dealing with chronic nailbed deformities following traumatic injury such as nonadherence, split nails, avulsion loss, and hook nails. Nail deformities secondary to pincer nail, mass effect, and pigmented lesions are reviewed as well. The underlying pathology and treatment options are examined for each deformity. The senior author highlights technical pearls and surgical planning for his preferred methods of reconstruction.
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