Treatment of transverse overcurvature of the nail with a plastic device: Measurement of response - 09/08/11
, Bogdana Victoria Kadunc, MD, PhD, Ada Regina Trindade de Almeida, MD, Celso Luis Madeira, MD
Reprint requests: Nilton Di Chiacchio, MD, PhD, Rua Dr. César, 62 cj. 35, São Paulo-SP, Brazil, CEP-02013-000.São Paulo, Brazil
Abstract |
Background |
Transverse overcurvature of the nail is a painful condition that has been treated by conservative and/or surgical methods.
Objectives |
We sought to evaluate the efficacy of a plastic device for treatment of transverse overcurvature of the nail and to use a practical method (plaster mold) to evaluate follow-up of nail widening during and after treatment.
Methods |
Twenty-five patients with transverse overcurvature of the nail were treated with placement of a plastic device. Pain assessment was done on a monthly basis. Nail improvement was evaluated through photographs and measurement of widening by plaster molds.
Results |
Relief of pain could be determined in almost 100% of the cases in a 3-month period. Widening of overcurvature of the nail occurred in all cases. The plaster mold allowed a practical measurement of improvement in nail shape.
Conclusion |
The plastic device is an effective, safe, noninvasive, and inexpensive treatment option for overcurved nails. The plaster mold is a practical method to evaluate improvement in nail shape.
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