What is the probability that offspring of two heterogeneous parents will be homologous recessive?
Matrixectomy: If your doctor believes the destruction of the nail matrix is necessary after removing the toenail, he or she will perform a partial or full matrixectomy (or matricectomy), which is permanent toenail removal by applying a chemical agent (most commonly phenol or sodium hydroxide) to the matrix.
Bone Shortening Procedure (Osteotomy): One method of treating arthritis of the big toe joint is to decompress the big toe joint by shortening the metatarsal bone (the bone that attaches to the toe). The purpose of this is âmake roomâ for the joint to function.