A Study on Dimensions of Condyles and Intercondylar Region of Femur in Wayanad Population
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Anatomy - Year 2017, Vol 6, Issue 4
Abstract
Context: The knee joint is a complex synovial joint. It is subjected to considerable loads in locomotion and hence the joint is highly unstable and prone for injuries and degeneration particularly during ageing. This may require knee replacement and internal fixation. The various dimensions and area of knee components are very essential during placement of prosthesis. Hence, the study on dimensions of condyles and intercondylar region of Femur is taken up to provide useful information. Aims: To measure various dimensions of condyles and intercondylar region of femur in Wayanad population. Settings and Design: Sixty seven (38-left and 29-right) adult fully ossified femur were collected from the department and were properly labeled. Vernier caliper, thread, paper to record observations were kept ready. Methods and Materials: Various dimensions of the Lower end of Femur were measured using Vernier caliper. Statistical Analysis Used: Mean, SD was calculated from data using the SPSS software version 16. Results: Results obtained for right and left femur were as follows. Left: Mean ±SD of Intercondylar depth-2.94±0.42cm; Area of medial condyle-15.021±2.354cm2; Area of lateral condyle-14.880±2.29cm2 and Intercondylar area-3.853±0.954 cm2. Right: Mean±SD of Intercondylar depth-2.83± 0.31cm; area of medial condyle 14.359±2.4cm2; area of lateral condyle 15.026±2.549cm2 and Intercondylar area 4.193±1.011 cm2. Conclusion: This study gives various dimensions of condyles and intercondylar regions of Femur which will of great significance to anatomists, anthropologists and orthopedicians in cases of surgical procedures for implantation of prosthesis in knee joint.
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Sushanth N. K.
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