Morphometric Analysis of Upper End of Tibia

Gandhi, Swati; Singla, Rajan Kumar; Kullar, Jagdev Singh; Suri, Rajesh Kumar; Mehta, Vandana

doi:10.7860/jcdr/2014/8973.4736

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“…Moreover, the differences were not uniform, as the difference in some measurements had a broader range than other measurements. The main findings was the larger values for the male tibias compared to the female tibias, which is in agreement with data described in the literature (Mahfouz et al, 2012;Lim et al, 2013;Gandhi et al). * Statistically significant difference between male and female tibias using Mann-Whitney test ** Statistically significant difference between male and female tibias using Student's t-test Table I.…”

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“…However, studies have demonstrated differences between sexes using the pelvis, scapula and other long bones (Di Vella et al, 1994;Rabbi, 2000;Lim et al;Mahfouz et al;Gandhi et al). The aim of a large portion of morphometric studies involving the tibia is the delineation of the profile of the knee area or a description and differentiation of regions of the tibia in particular populations to provide a method for evaluating deformities in the knee region for medical purposes, such as guiding treatments and knee replacement surgeries (Kwak et al, 2007;Gandhi et al;Moghtadaei et al, 2015).…”

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“…The proximal portion of the tibia can be used for the evaluation of the results of knee replacement surgery or other specialized treatments. Moreover, morphometry is a reliable method for the evaluation of structures in this region of the tibia for medical purposes (Gandhi et al, 2014). Morphometric variables are also important to forensics as a method for the identification of an individual based on his/her unique characteristics (Delwing, 2013).…”

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Determination of Sex Based on the Morphometric Evaluation of the Proximal Tibia

Lucena-dos-Santos

Albuquerque

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Int. J. Morphol.

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LUCENA DOS SANTOS, E. R. S.; ALBUQUERQUE, P. P. F.; ALBUQUERQUE, P. V.; OLIVEIRA, B. D. R.; CAIAFFO, V. Determination of sex based on the morphometric evaluation of the proximal tibia. Int. J. Morphol., 36(1):104-108, 2018. SUMMARY: Anatomic differences are found between human males and females. These characteristics of sexual dimorphism vary across populations and have important implications for the study of human evolution. Researchers have employed anthropological tools for the characterization of human cadavers in different states of decomposition using complete skeletons, isolated bones or even bone fragments. The aim of the present study was to differentiate males and females based on morphometric aspects of human tibias from the Brazilian population. Sixty pairs of adult human tibias were obtained from bone collection of the Anatomy Sector of the Department of Animal Morphology and Physiology of the Rural Federal University of Pernambuco, Brazil. Ten measurements were made on the joint face of the tibial plateau: Anteroposterior diameter of the joint surface of the medial condyle (APM), Transverse diameter of the joint surface of the medial condyle (TM), Anteroposterior diameter of the joint surface of the lateral condyle (APL), Transverse diameter of the joint surface of the lateral condyle (TL), Anterior transverse measure of inter-condyle area (ATI), Posterior transverse measure of inter-condyle area (PTI), Middle transverse measure of inter-condyle area (MTI), Anteroposterior measure of inter-condyle area (API), Anterior measure of intercondyle area (AI) and Posterior measure of inter-condyle area (PI). The median morphometric values for the males' proximal tibia were: APM -4.707 ± 0.406; TM -3.024 ± 0.307; APL -4.023 ± 0.414; TL -3.405 ± 0.323; ATI -3.365 ± 0.425; PTIc -1.788 ± 0.307; MTI -1.167 ± 0.279; API -5.140 ± 0.377; AI -2.865 ± 0.249 and PI -2.297 ± 0.344. The median morphometric numbers for the female's proximal tibia were: APM -4.334 ± 0.317; TM -2.702 ± 0.298; APL -3.549 ± 0.382; TL -2.991 ± 0.281; ATI -2.818 ± 0.307; PTI -1.555 ± 0.222; MTI -1.054 ± 0.262; API -4.596 ± 0.303; AI -2.565 ± 0.21; PI -2.031 ± 0.225. All parameters measured showed values significantly higher (p < 0.05) for the male's proximal tibia. The findings demonstrate sexual dimorphism in this leg bone, which can be used with considerable reliability for scientific and forensic purposes. The results of these studies can be useful in cases where other methods are not applicable, increasing the range of options for forensic investigation.

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Determination of Sex Based on the Morphometric Evaluation of the Proximal Tibia

Lucena-dos-Santos

Albuquerque

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“…Broken and deformed bones and those with pathological features were excluded from the study. The following measurements were done with digital Vernier calipers: 4 Nayak G et al Int between anterior and posterior borders of superior articular surface of medial condyle (AB in Figure 1 and Table 1). Transverse measurements of superior articular surface of medial condyle: The maximum transverse diameter of superior articular surface of medial condyle (CD in Figure 1 and Table 1).…”

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“…from the ends of respective bones followed by their replacement with metal and plastic caps. 4 The designing of knee prosthesis is basically aimed at reducing wear and tear and achieving greater longevity. 10 The current study will provide necessary and adequate information for designing appropriate sized unicompartmental and total knee prosthesis.…”

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Morphometric analysis of tibial plateau

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Background: Arthritis and injuries of the knee are frequently managed by knee arthroplasty. Knee prosthesis thus used needs population specific appropriate sizing. The aim of the study is to analyse tibial plateau morphometrically.Methods: The study included 46 human tibia bones (28 left and 18 right). The anteroposterior length and transverse width of superior articular surface of both tibial condyles along with the anteroposterior length and transverse measurements of the intercondylar area were noted with digital Vernier caliper. The data was tabulated and analysed.Results: For the superior articular surface of medial condyle, anteroposterior length was found to be 4.12±0.42cm on left side and 4.17±0.50cm on right side; maximum width was found to be 2.81±0.59cm on left side and 2.78±0.34cm on right side. For the superior surface of lateral condyle, the anteroposterior length was found to be 3.92±0.30cm on left side and 3.66±0.31cm on right side whereas maximum width was found to be 3.12±0.68cm on left side and 2.87±0.55cm on right side. Anteroposterior length of intercondylar area was measured to be 4.31±0.40cm on left side and 4.18±0.44cm on right side. The transverse measurement was recorded to be 3.12±0.68cm (left side), 2.87±0.55cm (right side) anteriorly; 1.25±0.23cm (left side), 1.31±0.20cm (right side) in the middle and 1.28±0.39cm (left side), 1.85±0.42cm (right side) posteriorly.Conclusions: The results will be helpful in orthopaedic surgical procedures involving knee.

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