Significance of Costochondral Junction of the Fourth Rib In Age Determination in North Kerala Population
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https://doi.org/10.48165/Keywords:
Age determination, Fourth rib, Costochondral junction, North Kerala populationAbstract
Determination of age of an individual is one of the most important factors in establishment of identity. The present study was conducted on post-mortem specimens obtained from 100 males and 50 females above the age of 16 years in the population of North Kerala. The study used the phase evaluation chart to establish the age of an individual. In the male rib specimens, correct age could be predicted in 68% cases with evaluation of articular facet, firmness and texture combination. In the female rib specimen, it age could be estimated in 73% cases using firmness and shape of the rim combination. The results of the present study showed that it was a good method of assessment of age in a high percentage of cases even when only ribs are available. The method was very relevant at an application level when scattered bony remnants are obtained, to establish the identity in cases of mass disasters.
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