Lovibond angle

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Angle formed by the nail plate of the thumb to the surface of the back of the finger (in side view). Normally it is always < 180°, but it can be larger in the case of anomalies such as flail fingers.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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