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==Background==
*Results from a crush injury or blunt trauma

{{Fingertip anatomy}}

==Clinical Features==
*Laceration of the nail bed
*May also include nail avulsion and/or distal phalanx fracture

==Differential Diagnosis==
{{DDX distal finger}}

==Evaluation==
*Plain films of the involved digits to evaluate for fracture

==Management==
*Remove overlying nail, if present
*Repair lacerations using 5-0 or 6-0 absorbable sutures
*Replace nail into nail fold
**Trephination of the nail may be performed to allow drainage of blood
**Nail may be sutured into place
**Alternatively, a nail-shaped adaptic or non-adherent gauze may be placed under the nail fold

==Prognosis==
*Complete nail regrowth may take 70 to 160 days
*Potential risk of nail deformity and losing the nail

==Disposition==
*Discharge

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==See Also==
*[[Subungal Hematoma]]

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==References==

[[Category:Trauma]]
[[Category:Orthopedics]]