Nail pathology

Partial nail avulsion is a minor surgical procedure used for removal of a portion of the nail plate, when it causes inflammation, pain, or infection in the tissues surrounding the nail.

The procedure is most commonly indicated in cases of ingrown nail (onychocryptosis), a condition in which the edge of the nail grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain, redness, inflammation, and sometimes infection.

The intervention consists of removal of the lateral segment of the nail that causes tissue irritation. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, so the patient does not experience pain during the intervention.

Partial nail avulsion may be recommended for:

• treatment of ingrown nail
• relief of local pain and inflammation
• treatment of periungual infections
• correction of nail deformities

After the procedure, the doctor provides recommendations regarding care of the treated area and prevention of ingrown nail recurrence.

The duration of the intervention is generally 15–30 minutes, and the patient can resume daily activities in a short time, following medical instructions.

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