Sažetak The nasal ala, represents by nature, an anatomical part of the body unique for its
characteristics. Unfortunately the nasal ala is often interested by traumas and by cancers
whose treatment can determine an all-thickness amputation. In such cases the
reconstruction is extremely engaging from a technical point of view, since it is necessary to
recreate a satisfying aesthetical structure and to make a free air flow. We present the clinical
case of a nasal ala major substance loss, due to a cancer, that has been treated by …

Nasal ala, due to its characteristics, is a unique anatomical part of the body. Unfortunately,
nasal ala often suffers traumas or is affected by cancers, the treatment of which can imply all-
thickness amputation. In such cases, complex reconstruction is necessary to recreate both a
satisfying cosmetic structure and to ensure free airflow. We present a clinical case of nasal
ala major substance loss due to cancer, which was treated by use of the new Mutaf
Triangular Flap.