title: Anatomy of the nail.
abstract: The characteristic gross and microanatomic components of the nail unit are described specifically and in relation to surrounding digital anatomy, including its specialized vascular supply. In addition, major steps in the development of the nail unit, and factors in growth of the nail, are outlined.
authors.affiliation: Department of Anatomy, New York College of Podiatric Medicine, New York.
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Dykyj
mesh_terms: D001158:Arteries / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D006801:Humans; D009262:Nails / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000098:blood supply / Q000254:growth & development