The cephalofacial characterization in humans: The study using igbo tribe in Nigeria

Obaje, Godwin Sunday; Uzomba, Godwin Chinedu

doi:10.1016/j.ejmhg.2018.02.001

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“…Furthermore, our study found no correlation between BZD and age which suggests no reduction or increase in BZD despite loss of minerals in the bone matrix of the elderly. This is similar to another research carried out in another part of Eastern Nigeria [42].…”

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confidence: 91%

“…This could be attributed to the fact that the two ethnic groups are from the same race. They have been characterized as having mesocephalic head shape with receded zygomas and wide nasal aperture [42]. Furthermore, our study found no correlation between BZD and age which suggests no reduction or increase in BZD despite loss of minerals in the bone matrix of the elderly.…”

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confidence: 60%

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Morphometric Evaluation of Frontal and Maxillary Sinuses and Bizygomatic Distance of Igbos In South-East and Ogonis in South-South Nigeria Using Computerized Tomography Scan

Anyanwu

Ezeofor²,

Obikili

et al. 2021

JAMMR

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Background: Radiological identification is important in clinical, surgical and forensic medicine particularly in the absence of comparative deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) samples and fingerprints. Aim is to establish the morphometry of frontal sinus (FS), maxillary sinus (MS) and bizygomatic distance (BZD) and their relationship with age and gender in Igbos and Ogonis of Nigeria using computed tomography (CT). Methods: Head CT scans of 625 subjects (477 Igbos and 148 Ogonis) between 18 and 85 years, showing normal FS, MS and BZD, were measured using DICOM viewer software. The Igbos and Ogonis were 247 males and 230 females; 84 males and 64 females respectively. The height, width and depth of the sinuses, intermaxillary sinus distances (IMD) and BZD were measured in centimeters (cm). The data were analyzed using SPSS version 20 and difference between groups was obtained using one way ANOVA. P-value less than 0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Results: Mean values for the right and left MS volume for the Igbos are 13.79 ±10.91 and 13.81±11.03 and for the Ogonis 20.84±5.83 and 20.19±5.59 cm respectively. All FS dimensions are higher in the Igbos (P<0.001) except right FS depth. Mean IMD are 3.64±0.50 and 3.39±0.45 cm in the Igbos and Ogonis respectively (P<0.001). Ogonis have higher BZD (P>0.05). In both groups, males had larger values in both FS depth, MS dimensions and BZD (P<0.001). Age correlated positively with left FS height and IMD. Prevalence of unilateral FS aplasia was 3.35% on the right and 1.47% on the left among the Igbos while the Ogonis have 2.03% on the right and 2.70% on the left. Bilateral FS aplasia was 2.94% among the Igbos but not observed among the Ogonis. Conclusion: Normative values is established. Ethnic differences exists with Igbos significantly having higher values of FS and IMD while in the Ogonis, the MS dimensions are higher. These findings would act as a guide for facial reconstructive surgeries, forensic experts and classification of fossil remains in anthropology.

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confidence: 91%

Section: Malescontrasting

confidence: 60%

Morphometric Evaluation of Frontal and Maxillary Sinuses and Bizygomatic Distance of Igbos In South-East and Ogonis in South-South Nigeria Using Computerized Tomography Scan

Anyanwu

Ezeofor²,

Obikili

et al. 2021

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“…An objective determination of the head and face dimensions (cephalometry), is of utmost importance in clinical diagnosis, forensic medicine, plastic and reconstructive surgery, orthodontics etc [1]. Craniofacial indices are one of the essential anthropometric study important for intra-and inter-racial morphology classification [1]. Human growth and development are influenced by factors such as age, race, gender, biology, geography etc [2].…”

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Computed Tomography Assessment of Nasal, Orbital Indices and Volume among Igbo, Calabari and Ogoni Residents of Portharcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Obikili

Ezeofor

Anyanwu

et al. 2022

JAMMR

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Background: Understanding the morphology of the orbital and nasal cavities is essential for human identification, reconstructive surgeries and forensic medicine. Objectives: To evaluate the orbital and nasal dimensions and their relationship with gender in the Igbo-, Calabari- and the Ogoni ethnic groups living in Port-harcourt Nigeria using computed tomography (CT). Methods: Four hundred and sixty-six head CT images were analyzed. 43.8% were Igbos’, 28.8% Calabaris’ and 27.5% Ogonis’ of 20-80 years of age with a mean age of 51.19±15.67. Males and females were 55.8% and 44.2% respectively. Parameters measured were orbital height (OH), orbital width (OW), orbital depth (OD), nasal height (NH) and nasal width (NW) using the ImageJ software. Data analysis was by SPSS version 20. Differences between groups were obtained using the one-way ANOVA. P-value < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Mean orbital volume for the Igbos’, Calabaris’ and Ogonis’ are 48.57±7.38, 48.97±5.63 and 46.27±5.59 for the right and 48.56±7.31, 48.96±5.62 and 46.32±5.56 for the left respectively P<0.05. Mean OD is highest in the Igbos’ 4.70±0.32 while mean OH is highest in the Calabaris 2.94±0.18 (P< 0.05). Igbos have the highest mean NI of 89.71. Males have higher NI P<0.05 in all ethinic groups. Mean OI shows no sexual dimorphism or unilaterality P>0.05 Conclusion: Differences in the measured parameters and sexual dimorphism in the nasal indices only among the ethnic groups is demonstrated. Microseme and platyrrhine categories of orbital and nasal cavities respectively is similar to all. These findings will aid facial reconstructive surgeries and forensics.

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Religion and spiritual influence on Igbo entrepreneurial behaviour and persistence

Igwe,

Ochinanwata,

Emeordi

2023

Journal of Small Business & Entrepreneurship

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The cephalofacial characterization in humans: The study using igbo tribe in Nigeria

Cited by 3 publications

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Morphometric Evaluation of Frontal and Maxillary Sinuses and Bizygomatic Distance of Igbos In South-East and Ogonis in South-South Nigeria Using Computerized Tomography Scan

Morphometric Evaluation of Frontal and Maxillary Sinuses and Bizygomatic Distance of Igbos In South-East and Ogonis in South-South Nigeria Using Computerized Tomography Scan

Computed Tomography Assessment of Nasal, Orbital Indices and Volume among Igbo, Calabari and Ogoni Residents of Portharcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Religion and spiritual influence on Igbo entrepreneurial behaviour and persistence

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