title: Secondary microsurgical reconstruction of nail problems in musicians.
abstract: Nail reconstruction in musicians is an interesting and challenging undertaking for the surgeon. The second or third toenail is usually selected as a donor nail for fingernail reconstruction, because the size and shape are generally similar. A partial toe transfer from the great toe is preferred for the thumb. Reconstruction of the guitarist's dominant thumb is a typical indication for this rare procedure. The surgeon must bear in mind, however, that the cosmetic aspects cannot be overlooked in a musician who plays before the public. The surgeon, therefore, has to select the best procedure from the various methods available to provide the best functional and aesthetic result.
authors.affiliation: Institut de la Main, 75016 Paris, France. philippe.valenti@wanadoo.fr
authors.forename: Philippe
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Valenti
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008866:Microsurgery / Q000379:methods*; D009146:Music; D009262:Nails / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures / Q000379:methods*