Mandibular canine index--a clue for establishing sex identity |
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Authors: | N G Rao N N Rao M L Pai M S Kotian |
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Affiliation: | Department of Forensic Medicine, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, India. |
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Abstract: | A preliminary study for establishing sex identity by Mandibular Canine Index is described. Seven hundred and sixty six individuals from a South Indian population of either sex, ranging in age from 15 to 21 years, with fully errupted, healthy and non-worn mandibular permanent canines were studied. The data collected was analysed statistically. Accurancy of sex determination identity was found to be 84.3% in the male and 87.5% in the female. The method is simple and inexpensive to conduct and therefore can be applied in Forensic Odontology, as a method for establishing sex identity. |
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