Morphometric localization of infra-orbital foramina in relation to supra-orbital foramina in dried Pakistani skulls
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https://doi.org/10.66344/jpad.34.1.2024.2527Keywords:
Morphometric localization, Infra-orbital foramen, Supra-orbital foramenAbstract
Background The location of infraorbital and supraorbital foramina is critically important for avoiding iatrogenic nerve damage during surgery or cosmetic procedures on the mid-face. This study aimed to conduct the morphometric analysis of infra orbital and supraorbital foramina in dry human skulls in Pakistani population.  Objective To evaluate precise anatomical position of infraorbital foramina in reference to supraorbital foramina in adult human skulls.  Methods Out of 40 skulls, 35 met the criteria of selection. Measurements were taken three times and mean was calculated to increase accuracy. Mean and standard deviations, median, range and mode were calculated and analyzed using SPSS ver. 27.0.  Results The mean vertical and horizontal distances of IOF on right side were 43.2±2.5 (SD) mm and 3.7±2.7 (SD) mm respectively. The mean vertical and horizontal distances of IOF on left side were 43.2±2.7 (SD) mm and 3.46±1.8 (SD) mm respectively.  Conclusion The study adds information to the literature concerning morphometric value of infraorbital foramen in view of racial variations. ÂReferences
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