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Dermatoglyphic patterns on fingers and gynecological cancers
Sakineh Abbasi1, Mina Rasouli2
1Department of Laboratory Medicine, School of Allied Medical Sciences, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran.
European Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Biology
|January 22, 2018
Summary
Fingerprint patterns, specifically loop patterns on six or more fingers, may indicate a higher risk for gynecological cancers. This dermatoglyphic analysis could assist in early cancer detection.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Oncology
- Genetics
Background:
- Fingerprint patterns (dermatoglyphics) have shown potential in identifying predispositions to certain diseases.
- Gynecological cancers represent a significant health concern, particularly in Iran, necessitating novel diagnostic approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between fingerprint patterns and gynecological cancers.
- To compare dermatoglyphic patterns in women with gynecological cancers versus healthy controls.
Main Methods:
- A case-control study involving 151 women with gynecological cancers and 152 healthy women.
- Collection of demographic data and analysis of fingerprint patterns.
- Statistical analysis using chi-square and t-tests, with odds ratio calculation.
Main Results:
- Significant differences in arch and loop fingerprint patterns were observed between the case and control groups.
- A loop pattern on six or more fingers was identified as a potential risk factor for gynecological cancers.
Conclusions:
- An association exists between specific fingerprint patterns and gynecological cancers.
- Dermatoglyphic analysis shows promise as a tool for the early diagnosis of gynecological cancers.
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