Background: Pincer nail deformity is a common nail disorder that sometimes necessitates surgical intervention. A multitude of therapeutic modalities has been implemented to treat this condition.
Objective: To describe the use of the carbon dioxide laser in the successful treatment of pincer nail deformity.
Methods: This is a case report and literature review.
Results: A 63-year-old man was evaluated and treated with the carbon dioxide laser for a persistent pincer nail deformity. The patient tolerated the procedure well and had an acceptable surgical outcome.
Conclusion: Pincer nail deformity may be successfully treated with the carbon dioxide laser, especially when a partial matricectomy is performed.
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