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1Service of Hand Surgery and Reconstructive Microsurgery, São Lucas Hospital, Av. Ipiranga, 6690, Centro Clinico PUCRS, Suite 216, Porto Alegre, RS, 90610-000, Brazil; Hospital Moinhos de Vento, Av. Ramiro Barcelos 910, Porto Alegre, RS, 90035-000, Brazil.
Abstract:
Fingertip injuries are the most common injury to the hand. The nail represents a unique structure in the human body providing in fine pinch, stability and protection. Management of fingertip injuries can often be a challenging experience, especially in presence of complex lesion that include soft tissue loss and distal phalanx injury. In this review we present a variety of options in caring for these injuries to help achieve and avoid the sequels. The goal of treatment is restoration of a painless, functional digit with protective sensation.
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