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Steri-Strip Sling Technique - A Simple Procedure for the Management of Ingrown Toenails - A Prospective Study.
Indian J Dermatol
October 2024
From the Department of Dermatology, Base Hospital, Delhi Cantonment, New Delhi, India.
Background: Ingrown toenail is a nail disorder that commonly affects great toenails. Surgical modalities are commonly used as first-line treatment. A conservative approach is preferable as surgical procedures lead to pain and affect routine activities.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFA new treatment for ingrown toenail with CO laser: a retrospective study.
J Dermatolog Treat
December 2024
Department of Dermatology, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China.
Background: There are various surgical treatments on ingrown toenails. However, the treatment without matricectomy, damaging the nail and not operating on the nail bed could be better.
Objective: To present a new treatment for ingrown toenail that completely preserve the nail and nail matrix.
Enhancing Nail Width: The Impact of Soft-Tissue Excision on Ingrown Toenails.
Dermatol Surg
November 2024
Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Biology Research Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
Evaluation of predisposing factors in patients with ingrown toenails: a prospective, case-control study.
Arch Dermatol Res
November 2024
Dermatology and Venereology, Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
Ingrown toenails (IGTN) are a prevalent, debilitating nail disorder that occurs when the edge of the nail plate grows abnormally to penetrate the periungual dermis. Multiple risk factors have been identified in the etiology. In this study, we aimed to investigate the risk factors that predispose patients to IGTN.
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Ugeskr Laeger
September 2024
Ortopædkirurgisk Afdeling, Københavns Universitetshospital - Bispebjerg og Frederiksberg Hospital.
Ingrown toenail is a common condition with many different treatment options. This review finds evidence that mild cases can be treated safely with non-surgical methods like change of ill-fitted shoes and nail brace. With failure in non-surgical treatment or in more severe cases surgical methods can be performed with note to the risk of complications - most frequently infection and the risk of recurrence at 3-13%.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFA customized syringe for separating ingrown toe nail from the gutter.
J Cutan Aesthet Surg
December 2022
Mukhtar Skin Centre, KMCH Road, Katihar, Bihar, India.
Ingrown toenails is a painful foot problem seen in primary care among young men. To provide immediate pain relief, some types of splints are placed in the gutter to separate it from the ingrown lateral nail. There are time-consuming and effort-intensive procedures that use available nail separators and elevators to separate the nail plate.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFNail Disease in a Nail Consultation at a Tertiary Referral Center: A 10-Year Retrospective Study.
Skin Appendage Disord
October 2024
Dermatology and Venereology Department, Vila Nova de Gaia/Espinho Hospital Center, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal.
Introduction: The primary objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of nail diseases and its population in nail consultation.
Methods: A retrospective study of clinical records between 2012 and 2022 was conducted. The 1,372 established diagnoses were categorized into nosological groups, which included physical signs, infectious diseases, dermatological diseases, systemic diseases, drug reactions, occupational disorders, congenital diseases, traumatic disorders, and tumors.
Onychocryptosis Is Associated with Low Income in a Matched Cohort Study Using the All of Us Database.
Skin Appendage Disord
October 2024
Department of Dermatology, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, USA.
Article Synopsis
- Onychocryptosis, or ingrown toenails, is a painful nail condition that may be linked to various risk factors like other health issues and income levels.
- A study analyzed data from over 6,000 cases and found that those with onychocryptosis had higher risks of related conditions such as diabetes, obesity, and certain foot deformities, particularly among low-income individuals.
- The research suggests that screening for onychocryptosis in at-risk groups, particularly those with lower income and related health conditions, should be prioritized to improve nail care education and prevention efforts.
Foot, Toe, and Nail Changes: Are They Interdependent?
Skin Appendage Disord
October 2024
Department of Dermatology, Inselspital, University of Berne, Bern, Switzerland.
Introduction: The toes are the distal extension of the foot increasing its weight-bearing area and the security of the stance. The nails are the acral part of the toes and are so intimately linked with the distal interphalangeal joint, its ligaments, and tendons that they were also called musculoskeletal appendages. The big toe is of particular importance for gait and stance.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFA comparative study on the efficacy between omega toenail correction and winograd procedure for stage II-III paronychia.
J Foot Ankle Surg
September 2024
Department of Orthopedics, Dongping County People's Hospital, Taian, China.
Article Synopsis
- A study was done to compare two treatments for a foot problem called paronychia, which is when the skin around the nail gets infected.
- Ninety people took part, with one group getting a treatment called Omega toenail correction and the other getting a different treatment called the Winograd procedure.
- The results showed that people who got the Omega toenail correction could move again faster and had less pain afterward, suggesting it's a good option for treating this condition.
Influence of the kinesiophobia and its pain intensity relationship in subjects with onychocryptosis.
PeerJ
September 2024
Department of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Phisiotherapy and Podiatry, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain.
Article Synopsis
- Onychocryptosis is a painful nail condition where the nail grows into surrounding tissue, leading to complications.
- A study examined kinesiophobia (fear of movement) in 25 participants before and after surgery for onychocryptosis using a specific scale.
- Results showed a significant reduction in kinesiophobia after surgery, with 100% of subjects reporting no fear of movement post-treatment compared to 76% experiencing severe fear prior to surgery.
Deviation of the Nail Lamina after Unilateral Partial Matricectomy.
Healthcare (Basel)
August 2024
Nursing Department, Faculty of Nursing, Physiotherapy, and Podiatry, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain.
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates whether ingrown toenail surgery on one nail fold causes transverse nail plate deviations compared to the non-operated nail fold.
- It involved 11 patients and compared nail measurements at multiple intervals post-surgery (7 to 35 days).
- Results showed no significant differences in nail plate angles between operated and non-operated folds, indicating that the nail's inherent shape might play a role rather than surgical impact.
Senior Podiatrists in Solo Practice are High Performers of Nail Excisions.
J Am Podiatr Med Assoc
July 2024
‖Department of Dermatology, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY.
Article Synopsis
- Nail excisions are procedures for treating ingrown nails and nail spicules, requiring specialized skills and a thorough understanding of practice patterns among U.S. providers.
- A study analyzed Medicare data to determine factors influencing the high performance of nail excisions, identifying podiatrists as the primary providers, with those in the South, more experienced, and solo practitioners performing more procedures.
- Results indicated that increased experience correlates with higher annual excision numbers, while higher household incomes in the practice area relate to fewer excisions performed by providers.
Effect of Nail Disorders on Quality of Life Scale Scores: A Prospective, Cross-sectional Study from a Tertiary Referral Center.
J Am Podiatr Med Assoc
July 2024
*Department of Dermatology and Veneorology, Ufuk University Hospital, Ankara, Turkey.
Article Synopsis
- A study involving 188 patients assessed the impact of nail disorders on quality of life, using various psychological and health surveys to gather data on clinical factors.* -
- Findings revealed that factors like age, duration of nail disease, and pain significantly correlate with lower quality of life in patients suffering from these disorders.* -
- The research emphasizes the need for consistent management of nail disorders and highlights the importance of emotional and social support throughout the treatment process.*
Evaluation of the Recurrence Rate of Ingrown Toenail After a 45-Second Matrix Cauterization With Phenol.
Dermatol Surg
November 2024
Dermatology Department, Hospital do Servidor Público Municipal de São Paulo. São Paulo, Brazil.
Article Synopsis
- Ingrown toenails are a common issue, and the most effective treatment is partial matricectomy using phenol, although the optimal contact time for phenol remains uncertain.
- A study evaluated 1,460 surgeries and recorded 802 cases over 6 months, tracking recurrences based on nail spicules or signs of ingrowth.
- The findings showed low recurrence rates of 0.75% at 3 months and 1.87% at 6 months with 45 seconds of phenol contact, particularly noting higher recurrence in the medial nail fold compared to the lateral fold.
Article Synopsis
- * The study aimed to evaluate a new treatment method using an Ozoile-based hydrogel in a semi-occlusive bandage to manage pain and inflammation associated with ingrown toenails over 14 days, integrating natural pharmacological options.
- * Results showed significant reductions in pain (NRS score decreased from 10 to 4) and improvement in the condition's severity (Al Kline classification dropped by 1.6 stages), with 42% of patients recovering within 15 days and 93
Steri-strip Sling Technique: An Innovative Technique for Ingrown Toenails.
Indian Dermatol Online J
April 2024
Department of Dermatology, Army College of Medical Sciences, Delhi Cantt, India.
A survey of the treatment and management of ingrown toenails by UK podiatrists: A cross-sectional survey.
J Foot Ankle Res
June 2024
Warwick Clinical Trials Unit, Warwick Medical School, University of Warwick, Coventry, UK.
Article Synopsis
- Ingrown toenails are a common issue, and this study looked at how podiatrists in the UK treat them through a survey of practicing professionals.
- The survey gathered responses from 396 podiatrists, revealing that most perform nail surgery, especially nail avulsion with phenol, with varying practices between public and private sectors.
- Findings showed a significant consistency in using nail avulsion techniques, while incisional nail surgery was rarely performed, highlighting differences in aftercare practices across sectors.
Retronychia: the importance of proper footwear.
Dermatol Online J
March 2024
Department of Dermatology, Boston Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
Retronychia is commonly underdiagnosed and exhibits classic features of proximal nail fold elevation and nail plate layering. Herein we summarize the literature and discuss cause, diagnosis, and treatment of this condition.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFEffects of a Training Course for Andalusian Podiatrists on Antibiotic Management in Ingrown Toenail Infections: A Pilot Study.
J Am Podiatr Med Assoc
May 2024
*Department of Podiatry, Universidad de Sevilla, Sevilla, Spain.
Article Synopsis
- - The widespread use of antibiotics (ABs) has contributed to a global health crisis due to antibiotic resistance, highlighting the need to minimize their use in prevention and treatment.
- - A study involving 56 podiatrists in Spain assessed changes in their prescription habits after a training course on appropriate AB use for ingrown toenail infections through a 15-item questionnaire.
- - Results indicated that the training significantly improved prescription practices among the podiatrists, with notable positive changes in 10 out of 15 assessed areas.
Procedural skills workshops for primary care physicians in Israel: a comprehensive analysis.
BMC Med Educ
April 2024
Maccabi Healthcare Services, Tel Aviv, Israel.
Article Synopsis
- * Over the years from 2017 to 2021, 620 PCPs participated in these workshops, with the most frequently performed procedures being dry needling and minor surgeries.
- * The findings suggest that these workshops increase PCPs' skills and capabilities, leading to more comprehensive patient care, particularly in procedures like dry needling and BPPV treatment, while some skills were less commonly utilized.
Improved Patient Outcomes with Electrocauterization Following Wedge Resection and Curettage for Ingrown Toenails: A Prospective Comparative Study.
Arch Plast Surg
March 2024
Department of General Surgery, Jordan University Hospital, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan.
Article Synopsis
- Ingrown toenails cause significant pain and infections, prompting a study to compare two surgical treatments: wedge resection with curetting versus the same procedure followed by electrocauterization.
- The study involved 130 patients with advanced ingrown toenails, and results showed that the second method led to lower postoperative infection rates (4.2% vs. 20.3%) and recurrence rates (4.2% vs. 25.4%) after 6 months.
- Patients who underwent electrocauterization reported higher satisfaction rates (91.5% vs. 76.3%) compared to those who only had the initial procedure, indicating that the combined treatment is both effective and well-received.
Delving into the depth: On the historical aspect of ingrown toenails from the ancient period till the 19th century.
Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol
March 2024
Department of Dermatology, 'Pranab skin, Clinic', Pranab Ismile (Near Dharmaraj Mandir) Asansol, West Bengal, India.
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Oper Orthop Traumatol
April 2024
Klinik für Unfallchirurgie, Sporttraumatologie und Handchirurgie, Klinikum Vest, Knappschaftskrankenhaus Recklinghausen, Dorstener Str. 151, 45657, Recklinghausen, Deutschland.
Article Synopsis
- The surgical intervention aims to alleviate infections, ulceration, and pain from ingrown toenails, particularly affecting the large toenail.
- It is recommended for advanced cases (stage III and above), nail defects, or recurrences, while being contraindicated in situations where wound healing is compromised.
- A study conducted between 2013 and 2023 at Klinikum Vest involved 50 surgeries, with an average patient age of 50.6 years, showing a median self-reported satisfaction score of 44 months post-operation.
It's not all ingrowing nail: Childhood retronychia.
An Pediatr (Engl Ed)
June 2024
Servicio de Cirugía Pediátrica, Hospital Universitari MútuaTerrassa, Terrassa, Barcelona, Spain.