Whitlow, felon and paronychia - a clinical review of superficial hand infections

• Main Authors: Mikołaj Domański (Author), Natalia Wierzejska (Author), Barbara Kopczyńska (Author), Oliwia Czyżniewska (Author), Karolina Czupryńska (Author), Karina Otręba (Author), Julia Szałajska (Author), Maria Wojcieszek (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, 2024-10-01T00:00:00Z.
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Paronychia, felon and herpetic whitlow are common superficial hand infections. Although having similarities there are many differences between clinical presentation and treatment. Paronychia can present as acute and chronic condition. Treatment options varies from medical to surgical therapy. Formed...