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Study of Dermatoglyphic Patterns (Ridge Count and Angle) in Bronchial Asthma: A Case Control Study
Swapnesh Sagar1, Vineet Mandrah2, Bhupendra K Jain3
1Department of Anatomy, L. N. Medical College, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences
|June 13, 2025
Summary
Dermatoglyphic patterns, like ridge count, show a significant correlation with bronchial asthma. These unique skin patterns can serve as a noninvasive diagnostic marker for asthma patients.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pulmonology
- Genetics
Background:
- Dermatoglyphic patterns are unique skin features that can indicate various health conditions.
- Bronchial asthma is a chronic respiratory disease affecting millions worldwide.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between dermatoglyphic patterns (ridge count and angle) and bronchial asthma.
- To evaluate dermatoglyphics as a potential non-invasive diagnostic marker for bronchial asthma.
Main Methods:
- The study included 102 patients diagnosed with bronchial asthma and 102 healthy controls.
- Dermatoglyphic patterns were recorded using the ink method by Cummins and Midlo.
Main Results:
- Patients with bronchial asthma exhibited a significantly higher a-b ridge count in both hands compared to controls.
- A significantly higher c-d ridge count was also observed in both hands of asthma patients versus controls.
Conclusions:
- Dermatoglyphic patterns demonstrate a statistically significant correlation with bronchial asthma.
- These findings suggest that dermatoglyphic patterns can be utilized as a noninvasive anatomical marker for identifying bronchial asthma.
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