Avulsion of hallux toe nail

Case contributed by Craig Hacking
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Kicked table leg.

Patient Data

Age: 35 years
Gender: Female
x-ray

The hallux toe nail is avulsed and angulated 90 degrees. No fracture or malalignment.

Case Discussion

It is important to exclude an open fracture in nail avulsion injuries.

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