Cover Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association
Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association
ISSN:
8750-7315
Online Publication Date:
Apr 2000

A modified approach to the phenol and alcohol chemical partial matrixectomy

SJ Kominsky Washington Hospital Center Residency Program, Washington, DC, USA.

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MD Daniels Washington Hospital Center Residency Program, Washington, DC, USA.

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DOI:
https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-90-4-208
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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.

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