A modified approach to the phenol and alcohol chemical partial matrixectomy.
The phenol and alcohol matrixectomy is a frequently used technique for treating onychocryptosis in healthy patients. This article describes a modification of this common procedure. The modified version provides a quick and easy method of removing an ingrown nail.
Kominsky
S J
SJ
Washington Hospital Center Residency Program, Washington, DC, USA.
Daniels
M D
MD
D000438:Alcohols / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002615:Chemexfoliation / Q000379:methods*; D003475:Curettage / Q000379:methods*; D005533:Foot Dermatoses / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D014009:Onychomycosis / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000601:surgery*; D019800:Phenol / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D011032:Podiatry / Q000379:methods; D012597:Sclerosing Solutions / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D016896:Treatment Outcome
D000438:Alcohols; D012597:Sclerosing Solutions; D019800:Phenol