What question did this study set out to answer?

To provide an updated protocol for the diagnosis and management of dermatophyte onychomycosis.

March 28, 2026

Diagnostic et prise en charge des onychomycoses à dermatophytes

Key Points

To provide an updated protocol for the diagnosis and management of dermatophyte onychomycosis.
Developed a management algorithm for onychomycosis based on recent guidelines.
Emphasized the importance of mycological confirmation before treatment initiation.
Outlined criteria for effective treatment selection and patient follow-up.
Highlighted that proper management leads to high cure rates for dermatophyte onychomycosis.
Stressed the need for accurate diagnosis to differentiate from other nail disorders.
Confirmed that patient adherence plays a crucial role in treatment success.

Abstract

This article provides an updated management algorithm for dermatophyte onychomycosis (OM), aimed at standardizing diagnostic and therapeutic decision making. OM is a common condition in dermatology and primary care settings. Nail treatment should only be initiated after mycological confirmation, as approximately half of nail dystrophies are attributable to fungal infection. Unlike inflammatory nail disorders, dermatophyte OM is quite easily curable when managed appropriately. Accurate diagnosis, appropriate treatment selection, patient adherence, and consistent clinical follow-up are key to successful outcomes.

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Dubois et al. (Thu,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69c770888bbfbc51511e0a3e https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.53738/revmed.2026.22.955.48463

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