title: Use of Mutaf triangular flap in a case of major nasal ala substance loss.
abstract: 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.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dermatology, G.B. Morgagni-L. Pierantoni General Hospital, via Forlanini, I-34 47121 Forli, Italy. ascrac@libero.it
authors.forename: Antonio
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Ascari-Raccagni
authors.forename: Adina
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Dondas
authors.forename: Nicola
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Di Meo
authors.forename: Giusto
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Trevisan
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009669:Nose Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D012225:Rhinoplasty / Q000379:methods*; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D013536:Suture Techniques