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Anthropometric Measurements Analysis For Sex Determination In Human Ribs A Systematic Review
Journal
Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences
ISSN
2636-9346
Date Issued
2024
Author(s)
Nurul Hannim Zaidun
Aspalilah Alias
Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia
Eric Chung
Ng Wei Lin
Rani Sakaran
Nur Damia Iwani Zulkiflee
Viskasari Pintoko Kalanjati
Srinivasa Rao Sirasanagandla
Jaafar Aliyu
Choy Ker Woon
Abstract
Sex estimation is one of the primary aspects in determining the biological characteristics of an unknown adult skeleton. The variations between male and female skeletons can be attributed to a complex interplay of
genetics, hormonal factors, culture, and environment. However, skeletal remains frequently found are often incomplete, with most sexually dimorphic bone like the pelvis and skull potentially absent. Hence, it is essential to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of multiple skeletal elements to attain a high degree of precision in sex estimation
within forensic anthropology context. Ribs have been utilized in forensic anthropology for sex estimation since the
1980s, a comprehensive review of their sexual dimorphism is yet to be conducted. In this study, we examined various anthropological methods applied to ribs for sex estimation. Method: A systematic search was performed using
PubMed, Science Direct, and Google Scholar from 2000 to 2020, retrieving a total of 10 articles that met the inclusive criteria. The search followed the main points outlined in the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews
and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Results: This systematic review provides a comprehensive summary of the
analytical approaches employed to estimate sex using human ribs. Conclusion: The findings revealed that different
part of human ribs can be reliably used for sex estimation via metric method.
genetics, hormonal factors, culture, and environment. However, skeletal remains frequently found are often incomplete, with most sexually dimorphic bone like the pelvis and skull potentially absent. Hence, it is essential to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of multiple skeletal elements to attain a high degree of precision in sex estimation
within forensic anthropology context. Ribs have been utilized in forensic anthropology for sex estimation since the
1980s, a comprehensive review of their sexual dimorphism is yet to be conducted. In this study, we examined various anthropological methods applied to ribs for sex estimation. Method: A systematic search was performed using
PubMed, Science Direct, and Google Scholar from 2000 to 2020, retrieving a total of 10 articles that met the inclusive criteria. The search followed the main points outlined in the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews
and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Results: This systematic review provides a comprehensive summary of the
analytical approaches employed to estimate sex using human ribs. Conclusion: The findings revealed that different
part of human ribs can be reliably used for sex estimation via metric method.