Title
Volumetric analysis of maxillary sinuses for gender determination: Manual vs. 3D segmentation
Authors
Naveen Kumar Shetty, Bhavika Pol Vhatkar, Shweta Rode & Abhishek Mukherjee,*
Affiliation
Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology, School of Dentistry, DY Patil (deemed to be university), Navi Mumbai, India; *Corresponding author
Naveen Kumar Shetty - E-mail: nksrad@rediffmail.com
Bhavika Pol Vhatkar - E-mail: bhavika.pol@dypatil.edu
Shweta Rode - E-mail: shweta.rode@dypatil.edu
Abhishek Mukherjee - E-mail: abhishekmukherjee20@gmail.com
Article Type
Research Article
Date
Received August 1, 2024; Revised August 31, 2024; Accepted August 31, 2024, Published August 31, 2024
Abstract
The effectiveness of manual calculations versus 3D segmentation techniques in volumetric analysis of maxillary sinuses for gender determination is of interest. Maxillary sinuses, which vary anatomically due to factors like age, ethnicity, and gender, are crucial in forensic and anthropological contexts. Traditional methods, relying on two-dimensional imaging, are often time-consuming and prone to errors, whereas 3D segmentation offers a more precise and efficient approach. This research evaluates both methods in terms of reliability, accuracy, and practical use, potentially influencing their application in clinical and forensic settings. The findings may also enhance understanding of anatomical variations in maxillary sinuses across populations, contributing to more accurate gender determination.
Keywords
3D segmentation, Manual Calculation, Maxillary Sinus Volume, Volumetric analysis.
Citation
Shetty et al. Bioinformation 20(8): 882-887 (2024)
Edited by
P Kangueane
ISSN
0973-2063
Publisher
License
This is an Open Access article which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly credited. This is distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License.
