Medical Journal of Clinical Trials & Case Studies (MJCCS)

ISSN: 2578-4838

Case Report

Chronic Perionyxis: Is there a Hidden Nail?

Authors: Kaoutar M*

DOI: 10.23880/mjccs-16000231

Abstract

Retronychia is a specific form of proximal perionyxis with chronic evolution. If not known the diagnostic can be difficult.The treatment is surgical and does not recur once treated with avulsion. Herein, we report a new case that exhibited persistent perionyxis in a 46-year-old woman.

Keywords: Chronic Perionyxis; Retronychia; Hyperkeratosis; Furrows; Inflammatory

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