Unveiling Maxillary Sinus Sexual Dimorphism: A Computed Tomography Analysis of North Indian Population Across Age Groups

Abstract

Introduction: The examination of male and female anatomical distinctions has been a subject of considerable interest in diverse scientific domains. This research seeks to explore sexual dimorphism within the North Indian population by evaluating the maxillary sinus dimensions assessed through computed tomography (CT) imaging. Materials and Method: CT scans of 300 individuals aged between 05-85 years underwent precise measurements of bilateral maxillary sinus which included length, width, height, area,perimeter and volume. Intra observer and interobserver tests were conducted to assess measurement reliability. Statistical analyses were applied to investing atepotential variations in these measurements based on sex. Results: The study revealed significantly higher maxillary sinus measurement values in males. Cross-validationd emonstrated 65% correct classification in males and 71.4% in females, with varying accuracy across age groups and different parameters. Conclusion: This research emphasizes on the utility of maxillary sinus in sex determination and finds maxillary sinus volume to be the best parameter. © 2024, Punjab Academy of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology. All rights reserved.