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Morphological and morphometric features of scaphoid bone in north eastern population, India
C Purushothama1, R K Sarda, A Konuri
1Department of Anatomy, Sikkim Manipal institute of Medical Sciences, 5th Mile, Tadong, East Sikkim, India. chethanpster@gmail.com
Nepal Medical College Journal : NMCJ
|October 14, 2011
Summary
This study analyzed the morphometry of 100 adult scaphoid bones from the Sikkimese population. Findings reveal variations in shape, dorsal sulci, and foramina, offering crucial data for hand surgeons and anatomists.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Anthropology
- Orthopedics
Background:
- The scaphoid bone is crucial for wrist function.
- Understanding its morphometry is vital for diagnosing and treating wrist injuries.
- Limited data exists on the scaphoid bone's morphology in the North Eastern Indian population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the morphometry and morphological variants of adult scaphoid bones.
- To provide data specific to the Sikkimese population of North Eastern India.
- To offer insights for hand surgeons, radiologists, and anatomists.
Main Methods:
- A total of 100 dry adult human scaphoid bones were analyzed.
- Morphometric parameters were measured using a vernier caliper.
- Shape, presence of waist, dorsal sulci, and number of foramina were observed using a magnifying lens.
Main Results:
- Scaphoid shapes varied: left (44% conical, 56% pyramidal), right (72% conical, 28% pyramidal).
- The waist was absent in only 2% of right-sided scaphoids.
- Dorsal sulci patterns included single (63%), double (29%), and Y-shaped (6%), with absence in 3% of cases. All scaphoids had at least one foramen in the dorsal sulcus, with 92% having multiple foramina.
Conclusions:
- This study provides novel morphometric and morphological data on scaphoid bones in the North Eastern Indian population.
- The findings contribute to anatomical knowledge and have practical implications for clinical practice.
- The data is valuable for hand surgeons, radiologists, morphologists, and clinical anatomists.
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