title: Phenol alcohol technique for permanent matricectomy.
abstract: A simple technique for partial or complete destruction of the nail matrix with the use of phenol alcohol is outlined. A retrospective analysis of 30 random patients suggests that it has a low morbidity, is easy to perform, and has a high success rate. Therefore, it offers an excellent option to cold steel surgery, especially for the nonsurgically oriented dermatologist.
mesh_terms: D000287:Administration, Topical; D000328:Adult; D000438:Alcohols / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009263:Nails, Ingrown / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy*; D010636:Phenols / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D012008:Recurrence; D012189:Retrospective Studies
chemical_list: D000438:Alcohols; D010636:Phenols