An effective surgical treatment for nail thickening in Darier's disease

Background Nail thickening of idiopathic or hereditary aetiology originating in the matrix is difficult to treat. Objective The purpose is to describe an easy surgical technique to reduce the thickness of the nail. Methods and results The result is achieved by shortening the matrix with an excellent cosmetic appearance in the newly formed nail plate. Conclusion Nail thickening in Darier's disease originating in the matrix, and other similar hereditary or idiopathic conditions, may benefit from this surgical approach.