Skin bridge on a nail plate caused by distal onychocryptosis

The formation of a skin bridge on the nail plate is a rare finding which is sometimes observed in newborns and infants.We present the case of a 22 year-old-male who 2 years ago underwent surgical nail avulsion to treat bilateral onychocryptosis of the toenail on the right great toe. Following the procedure, the patient once again developed a painful lateral and distal ingrown nail. Owing to the elevation of the pulp hallux, the nail plate pierced through the distal nail groove, producing a painless [...]