Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Suprascapular Notch Morphological Variability: Do We Know Everything?

Abstract

The suprascapular notch represents a depression on the lateral part of the superior border of the scapula, medially to the coracoid process. The current paper presents a systematic review with a meta-analysis of the suprascapular notch morphological variability. Related clinical implications were further discussed as well to emphasize the value of the topic. A total of 31 articles were included in the meta-analysis, which depicted great heterogeneity. Thus, due to the different classification systems, difficulties were faced in creating a complete and united classification. All the problems and pitfalls that arise from each classification system were discussed, and we concluded with the most complete one. The knowledge of the suprascapular notch morphological anatomy is of great importance, especially for orthopedic surgeons, due to its relationship with the suprascapular nerve. Thus, further research in this area is adequate.

Jugular bulb anatomical variations and pneumatization patterns: a comprehensive CBCT analysis

“…Our analysis commenced with Excel Descriptive Statistics to overview our subgroups, focusing on key statistical metrics. Subsequently, we employed Jamovi software (version 2.3.21.0) and R software (version 4.1.2) for detailed investigations [ 41 , 42 ], using one-way ANOVA and Games-Howell post-hoc tests to examine the impact of pneumatization types on IAC-JB distances. This approach allowed for both an initial assessment and an in-depth analysis of our data.…”