Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Computed Tomography01:10

Computed Tomography

7.3K
Tomography refers to imaging by sections. Computed tomography (CT) is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses computers to analyze several cross-sectional X-rays to reveal minute details about structures in the body.
The technique was invented in the 1970s and is based on the principle that as X-rays pass through the body, they are absorbed or reflected at different levels. In the technique, a patient lies on a motorized platform while a computerized axial tomography (CAT) scanner rotates...
7.3K
Imaging Studies III: Computed Tomography01:27

Imaging Studies III: Computed Tomography

95
DefinitionComputed Tomography (CT) of the genitourinary (GU) tract is a non-invasive imaging modality that utilizes X-rays and computer processing to generate detailed cross-sectional images of the urinary system, encompassing the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and adjacent structures such as the adrenal glands.PurposeCT scans of the GU tract serve several diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, including:Diagnosis of Urinary Tract Diseases: Detects kidney stones, tumors, cysts, and congenital...
95
Imaging Studies I: CT and MRI01:14

Imaging Studies I: CT and MRI

544
Introduction: MRI and CT scans are crucial advancements in medical imaging techniques, playing a vital role in diagnosing conditions related to the gastrointestinal (GI) system. Each scan serves distinct purposes, targets specific areas, and requires unique nursing duties.
Description of the Procedures
Computed Tomography (CT) scan:
Computed Tomography (CT) scans use X-ray technology to generate detailed images of bones, organs, and tissues. During the scan, the patient lies on a moving table...
544

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Broncholithiasis mimicking metallic projectiles at autopsy: a forensic diagnostic pitfall in putrefied bodies.

International journal of legal medicine·2026
Same author

[Physicians' responses to suspected elder abuse within the family: A qualitative study].

Geriatrie et psychologie neuropsychiatrie du vieillissement·2026
Same author

First Fatal Case of Adult Meningoencephalitis Caused by Pasteurella canis: An Autopsy Case Report.

Zoonoses and public health·2026
Same author

Geometric morphometric analysis of facial sexual dimorphism in a contemporary sample: An application to sex prediction of ancient human remains.

Homo : internationale Zeitschrift fur die vergleichende Forschung am Menschen·2026
Same author

Forensic investigation of a suspicious fatality in the Indian Ocean: who is the culprit?

Forensic science, medicine, and pathology·2026
Same author

A complex electrocution case: the role of SEM-EDS analysis in identifying the entry and exit point of the electric current.

Forensic science, medicine, and pathology·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Oct 26, 2025

Image Rendering Techniques in Postmortem Computed Tomography: Evaluation of Biological Health and Profile in Stranded Cetaceans
12:32

Image Rendering Techniques in Postmortem Computed Tomography: Evaluation of Biological Health and Profile in Stranded Cetaceans

Published on: September 27, 2020

9.5K

Age estimation based on computed tomography exploration: a combined method.

Agathe Bascou1, Olivier Dubourg2, Norbert Telmon3

  • 1Service de Médecine Légale, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Rangueil, 1 Avenue du Professeur Jean Poulhès, TSA 50032, 31059, Toulouse Cedex 9, France. agathe.bascou@gmail.com.

International Journal of Legal Medicine
|July 30, 2021
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Forensic anthropology can now estimate adult age using a combined method. This approach couples the Suchey-Brooks method with pubic bone density measurements for improved accuracy in age determination.

Keywords:
Age-at-deathBone mineral densityForensic anthropologyPubic symphysisSuchey–Brooks methodVirtual anthropology

More Related Videos

Non-invasive Skeletal Muscle Quantification in Small Animals Using Micro-computed Tomography
07:33

Non-invasive Skeletal Muscle Quantification in Small Animals Using Micro-computed Tomography

Published on: November 8, 2024

652
Computed Tomography-guided Time-domain Diffuse Fluorescence Tomography in Small Animals for Localization of Cancer Biomarkers
12:24

Computed Tomography-guided Time-domain Diffuse Fluorescence Tomography in Small Animals for Localization of Cancer Biomarkers

Published on: July 17, 2012

12.6K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Oct 26, 2025

Image Rendering Techniques in Postmortem Computed Tomography: Evaluation of Biological Health and Profile in Stranded Cetaceans
12:32

Image Rendering Techniques in Postmortem Computed Tomography: Evaluation of Biological Health and Profile in Stranded Cetaceans

Published on: September 27, 2020

9.5K
Non-invasive Skeletal Muscle Quantification in Small Animals Using Micro-computed Tomography
07:33

Non-invasive Skeletal Muscle Quantification in Small Animals Using Micro-computed Tomography

Published on: November 8, 2024

652
Computed Tomography-guided Time-domain Diffuse Fluorescence Tomography in Small Animals for Localization of Cancer Biomarkers
12:24

Computed Tomography-guided Time-domain Diffuse Fluorescence Tomography in Small Animals for Localization of Cancer Biomarkers

Published on: July 17, 2012

12.6K

Area of Science:

  • Forensic Anthropology
  • Radiology
  • Human Osteology

Background:

  • Accurate age estimation from human remains is challenging, particularly for adults.
  • Existing methods in forensic anthropology often lack precision for mature individuals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate a combined method for forensic age estimation.
  • To integrate the Suchey-Brooks method with pubic bone density measurements.
  • To improve age estimation accuracy in mature adults.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized 339 CT scans of living individuals (15-99 years old).
  • Applied the Suchey-Brooks method for pubic bone staging.
  • Measured pubic bone density using CT scans.
  • Developed a combined age estimation model using these parameters.

Main Results:

  • A significant negative correlation was found between pubic bone density and age.
  • The combined method demonstrated good accuracy for both males and females.
  • The absolute error for age estimation ranged from 9 to 16 years across all individuals.
  • Pubic bone density measurement proved particularly effective for mature adults.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed combined method offers a practical approach for forensic age estimation.
  • Integrating Suchey-Brooks phases with pubic bone density enhances accuracy, especially for adults.
  • Further research is necessary to validate these findings on skeletal remains (cadavers and dry bones).