Stature estimation in Japanese cadavers based on pelvic measurements in three-dimensional multidetector computed tomographic images

Torimitsu, Suguru; Makino, Yohsuke; Saitoh, Hisako; Sakuma, Ayaka; Ishii, Nozomu; Hayakawa, Motozo; Yajima, Daisuke; Inokuchi, Go; Motomura, Ayumi; Chiba, Fumiko; Iwase, Hirotaro

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“…Advantages of pre-autopsy CT already include cause-ofdeath determination in some cases [1][2][3], trauma evaluation including gunshot wounds [4,5], evaluation of gas embolisms [6,7], and answering some anthropological questions [8,9]. Herein, we introduce cases to illustrate an additional important use of pre-autopsy PMCT.…”

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Search and removal of radioactive seeds: another application of postmortem computed tomography prior to autopsy

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We herein introduce 3 cases illustrating a new application for pre-autopsy postmortem computed tomography (PMCT). In all 3 cases, there was insufficient background information about the victims provided to the forensic pathologists' department. PMCT showed metallic particles in the prostate gland, an indication of metallic seeds containing radioactive isotopes. In 2 of 3 cases, migrated seeds were also detected by CT imaging in the lungs and the heart. Also in 2 of 3 cases, authorities reinvestigated the victim's history before autopsy was completed, which resulted in following appropriate procedure for dealing with the seeds. Although all 3 cadavers were cremated after autopsy, the International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP) discourages cremation for deaths soon after radioactive seeds implantation to prevent air pollution by radioactive isotopes in the ash. Our opinion from the present cases is that pre-autopsy PMCT can be recommended for use by forensic pathologists and guidelines for investigating deaths after permanent brachytherapy should include how to deal with cadavers when medical history is limited.

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“…Some researchers have previously assessed the correlation between stature and various skeletal elements such as the sternum [7,8], vertebrae [9][10][11], sacrum [12,13], and pelvis [5,14]. However, few studies have examined the feasibility of estimating stature using scapular measurements.…”

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“…To date, few authors have applied computed tomographic (CT) scanning techniques to anthropometric studies [12,14,15,17,18]. Recently, postmortem computed tomography (PMCT) using MDCT has started to be routinely performed in some forensic departments [14].…”

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“…Recently, postmortem computed tomography (PMCT) using MDCT has started to be routinely performed in some forensic departments [14]. The 3D images of bones can be immediately generated from MDCT data using CT values, and forensic investigators can examine bones on CT images without the removal of surrounding tissues or the cleansing of the bones even when the subject is not a skeletonized sample.…”

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Stature estimation in Japanese cadavers based on scapular measurements using multidetector computed tomography

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This study assessed the correlation between stature and scapular measurements in a Japanese population, using three-dimensional (3D) computed tomographic (CT) images, and derived regression equations for predicting stature. A total of 194 cadavers (100 males 94 females) underwent postmortem CT (PMCT) and subsequent forensic autopsy in our department between May 2011 and April 2014. Left and right longitudinal scapular lengths (LLSL and RLSL, respectively) and left and right transverse scapular lengths (LTSL and RTSL, respectively) were measured on 3D CT reconstructed images that extracted only scapular data. The correlation between stature and each of the scapular measurements were analyzed using Pearson product-moment correlation coefficients. The four variables correlated significantly with stature, regardless of sex. The LLSL measurement had the lowest standard error of estimation value among all subjects (4.22 cm) and among all females (4.37 cm), whereas the RLSL measurement had the lowest standard error of estimation value among all males (3.75 cm). The results of this study indicate that scapular measurements may be useful for the forensic estimation of the stature of Japanese individuals, particularly in cases where better predictors, such as long bone lengths, are unavailable.

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“…Long bones, metacarpals, metatarsals, vertebrae, talus, calcaneus, scapula, pelvis and skull were proven to show correlation with stature (Bidmos 2006;Karaman et al 2008;Karakas et al 2011;Mahakkanukrauh et al 2011;Giurazza et al 2012;Torimitsu et al 2014aTorimitsu et al , 2014bZhang et al 2015). Though a variety of bones were used to estimate stature, estimation of stature from long bones appeared to be most popularly used and provided accurate results (Dupertuis and Hadden 1951;Trotter and Gleser 1952;Mall et al 2001;Radoinova et al 2002;Hauser et al 2005;Celbis and Agritmis 2006;Dayal et al 2008;Didia et al 2009;Mahakkanukrauh et al 2011;Akhlaghi et al 2012;Ahmed 2013aAhmed , 2013bFarsinejad et al 2014;Torimitsu et al 2014c;Jeong and Jantz 2016;Zech et al 2016).…”

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Stature estimation in Malaysian population from radiographic measurements of upper limbs

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Background: Stature is one of the important aspects of biological profile for an unknown individual in forensic anthropology. As stature is population-specific, this study was conducted in Hospital Sungai Buloh, Hospital Tapah and Hospital Kampar to develop regression for stature estimation in the Malaysian population. About 90 subjects from 23 to 47 years old were selected for radiography of upper limbs. The standing height of the subject was measured beforehand for each subject. The maximum length of the bones was measured on the x-ray film in cm, and analysis was performed by SPSS version 23. Results: Results showed significant correlations between stature and upper limb bones (p < 0.05). There was significant difference between males and females in stature (p < 0.05). However, there was no significant difference found in stature among age and demic groups (p > 0.05). About eight regression equations were developed, of which three for single bone and one in combination of three bones in males and females. The regression equations with combination of bones showed the highest correlation coefficient (r). However, these regression equations are not suitable yet to be used practically in Malaysian population due to high standard error of estimates. Conclusion: In brief, the research study has to be validated with a larger sample size to represent the Malaysian population.

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Stature estimation in Japanese cadavers based on pelvic measurements in three-dimensional multidetector computed tomographic images

Cited by 36 publications

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Search and removal of radioactive seeds: another application of postmortem computed tomography prior to autopsy

Search and removal of radioactive seeds: another application of postmortem computed tomography prior to autopsy

Stature estimation in Japanese cadavers based on scapular measurements using multidetector computed tomography

Stature estimation in Malaysian population from radiographic measurements of upper limbs

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