Outcomes of primary nailbed repair in nailbed injury

Hand injuries, particularly nailbed injuries, significantly impact patient functionality and aesthetics. This hospital-based descriptive study, conducted at North Okkalapa General Hospital (NOGH) between January 2015 and December 2016, examines the outcomes of primary nailbed repair in 70 patients with sterile matrix injuries (grades S II, S III, S IV). The study evaluates anatomical and functional outcomes at 6 and 9 months post-operation using esthetic classification. Results indicate that 62.9% of patients achieved good anatomical outcomes, while 37.1% had fair outcomes. Complications were minimal, with nail ridges and dull nails being the most common. This study underscores the importance of timely and standardized surgical intervention in achieving favorable results.