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Injury to the nail bed can result if the nail penetration tool is advanced too deep. [15]
Infection may occur if bacteria are introduced into the trephination site during the procedure.
Ineffective drainage may result if the trephination hole is not large enough.
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Equipment.
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Positioning of finger.
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Cautery tool.
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Nail bed anatomy figure 1.
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Nail bed anatomy figure 2.
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Preparation of finger.
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Trephination with needle.
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Posttrephination care.
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