Median nail dystrophy
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Median nail dystrophy, also known as dystrophia unguis mediana canaliformis, median canaliform dystrophy of Heller,[1]: 657 and solenonychia consists of longitudinal splitting or canal formation in the midline of the nail, a split which often resembles a fir tree, occurring at the cuticle and proceeding outward as the nail grows.[2]: 788
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Median nail dystrophy | |
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Other names | Dystrophia unguis mediana canaliformis, median canaliform dystrophy of Heller, and solenonychia. |
Specialty | Dermatology |
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Thumbs, which are the most commonly involved, usually show an enlarged lunula resulting probably from repeated pressure applied on the base of the nail.[1]: 657