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alae — Definition

Kanatlar / alae
Alae is often known as nasal wings (alae min) and soft tissue structures located both sides of the nose. It forms lateral limits of nasal holes and helps regulate air flow during breathing. Clinically, the expansion or contraction of alae may be a sign of respiratory shortage.
Turkish
🇹🇷 Kanatlar
English
🇬🇧 alae
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❓ What is Kanatlar?
Kanatlar; alae is often known as nasal wings (alae min) and soft tissue structures located both sides of the nose. It forms lateral limits of nasal holes and helps regulate air flow during breathing. Clinically, the expansion or contraction of alae may be a sign of respiratory shortage.
❓ What is alae in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "alae" is Kanatlar.
❓ Which medical field is Kanatlar related to?
This term belongs to the Anatomy category.