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¹Srinivas Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Mukka, Mangalore, India. drsomeshms@gmail.com

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Morphometric analysis of the foramen ovale in Indian skulls revealed no significant side-to-side differences in length, width, or area. These findings provide valuable data on the anatomical variations of the foramen ovale.

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Area of Science:

Anatomy
Anthropology
Morphology

Background:

The foramen ovale is a critical anatomical landmark in the skull.
Understanding its morphometric variations is essential for anthropological and clinical studies.

Purpose of the Study:

To document the morphological variations and precise measurements of the foramen ovale.
To analyze these morphometric details in adult human skulls of Indian origin.

Main Methods:

Studied 82 dry adult human skulls from India.
Assessed variations in the appearance and number of the foramen ovale.
Measured length, width, and calculated area using digital Vernier calipers.

Main Results:

Mean length, width, and area were recorded for both right and left foramina ovale.
The typical oval shape was observed in 56.70% of skulls.
Bony variations like spines and tubercles were noted.

Conclusions:

No statistically significant differences were found between the right and left foramen ovale dimensions.
A positive correlation exists between the length and area of the foramen ovale on both sides.