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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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Álcoois/uso terapêutico , Abrasão Química/métodos , Curetagem/métodos , Onicomicose/tratamento farmacológico , Onicomicose/cirurgia , Fenol/uso terapêutico , Soluções Esclerosantes/uso terapêutico , Dermatoses do Pé/tratamento farmacológico , Dermatoses do Pé/cirurgia , Humanos , Podiatria/métodos , Resultado do TratamentoRESUMO
The authors highlight the importance of close clinical and radiologic correlation in patients with either known rheumatologic conditions or with increased risk factors for rheumatoid arthritides. Some rheumatoid conditions may mimic osteomyelitis.
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Doenças do Pé/diagnóstico , Gota/diagnóstico , Osteomielite/diagnóstico , Nódulo Reumatoide/diagnóstico , Diagnóstico Diferencial , Feminino , Humanos , Imageamento por Ressonância Magnética , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-IdadeRESUMO
A case of a calcaneal avulsion fracture from a relatively minor traumatic incident is presented. The mechanism of calcaneal avulsion fractures is discussed. Special attention is given to the possibility of a pathologic fracture. The literature is reviewed and treatment is discussed.
