%0 Journal Article
%T Segmental Phenolization for the Treatment of Ingrown Toenails: Technique Report, Follow Up of 150 Patients, and Review of The Literature SciDoc Publishers | Open Access | Science Journals | Media Partners
%A Chakiri R
%A Gallouj S
%A Mernissi FZ
%A Bouzidi H
%J Clinical Dermatology & Research (IJCDR)
%D 2018
%R http://dx.doi.org/10.19070/2332-2977-1500014
%X Background: Ingrown toenail is a common problem causing significant morbidity. Various procedures used for treating this painful condition were discussed in the literature. Objetctive: Through a prospective study we aimed to evaluate in a long-term follow-up the efficacy of partial nail plate avulsion combined with phenolic chemical matricectomy for the treatment of Ingrown toenails. Methods: We recruited outpatient from January 2012 to January 2014; all treated by phenol matricectomy and assured a regular follow up. Results: Consecutive 140 patients with a total of 158 Ingrown toenails were enrolled. There was no significant morbidity and the procedure was tolerated well by all patients. The short-term results were excellent. No severe complications occurred during the 6-month follow-up period. The overall recurrence was 2, 8 %. Conclusion: Phenol cauterization compared with other surgical ablation techniques may be the treatment of choice of Ingrown toenails. It¡¯s an effective technique for the treatment of Ingrown toenails accompanied by less morbidity and lower recurrence rates
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%U https://scidoc.org/IJCDR-2332-2977-03-201.php