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Here was a presentation I gave on toenail trauma with the slides involved. It was requested by a Worcester Emergency Resident. I hope you find it helpful. To watch video it is below the pictures.
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Toenail Injuries & Treatment
Parts of the toenail
Will the nail grow back after an injury?
What causes thickening of the toenail after an injury?
What causes nail lifting?Phenolization
What to do with a blood blister under the nail?
What to do if the if the nail bed is damaged? Do you need an X-ray?
● Is the nail is attached?
● Is bone broken?
What if the nail matrix is damaged?
Sterile and Germinal Matrix
When should a nail be removed?
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