Chemical matrixectomy for ingrown toenails: Is there an evidence basis to guide therapy?

Eric H. Espensen; Brent P. Nixon; David G. Armstrong

doi:10.7547/87507315-92-5-287

Chemical matrixectomy for ingrown toenails: Is there an evidence basis to guide therapy?

Eric H. Espensen, Brent P. Nixon, David G. Armstrong

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Abstract

Chemical matrixectomy for ingrown toenails is one of the most common surgical procedures performed on the foot. The procedure was first described in 1945 by Otto Boll, who discussed the use of phenol to correct ingrown toenails. In the years that followed, many variations of technique and method have been described. This article reviews the pertinent literature detailing chemical matrixectomies and advocates the use of an evidence basis for care.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	287-295
Number of pages	9
Journal	Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association
Volume	92
Issue number	5
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.7547/87507315-92-5-287
State	Published - May 2002
Externally published	Yes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Podiatry
Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

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Chemical matrixectomy for ingrown toenails: Is there an evidence basis to guide therapy?

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