Estimation of Stature from Nasal Dimensions

Authors

  • Shruthi Sugavanam
  • Magendran Chandran

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37506/mlu.v21i2.2838

Keywords:

Stature estimation, nasal height, nasal length, nasal width.

Abstract

The objective of this study was to estimate stature from nasal measurements in South Indian population.
The study was done using standard measuring apparatus measuring tape and vernier calipers including both
males and females.
Regression formula and correlation was derived between nasal dimensions and stature. In this
study, regression formula is derived with three variables generalized for both males and females, S=
118.005+6.804NL+4.003NW+0.254NH ? 9.70100. Linear Regression equation for males and females have
been derived separately with each of the nasal parameters. In conclusion nasal measurements can be an
effective tool in estimating stature.

Author Biographies

  • Shruthi Sugavanam

    2nd Year MBBS,Saveetha Medical College,
    Thandalam, Chennai. Pin Code : 602105

  • Magendran Chandran

    Professor, Department of Forensic Medicine, Saveetha Medical College,
    Thandalam, Chennai, Pin Code : 602105

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Published

2021-03-12

Issue

Vol. 21 No. 2 (2021): Medico-Legal Update

Section

Articles

How to Cite

Estimation of Stature from Nasal Dimensions. (2021). Medico Legal Update, 21(2), 1133-1135. https://doi.org/10.37506/mlu.v21i2.2838