Green nail syndrome caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa (literature review)

Abstract

Green nail syndrome is a bacterial nail disease caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa, which is characterized by discoloration of the nail plate, onycholysis and proximal paronychia. Despite the prevalence of the pathology and the increase in incidence, today there are no clinical recommendations for the management of patients with chloronychia. This article discusses the etiology, pathogenesis, risk factors, and therapeutic options for managing these patients.