Estimation of Stature by Measuring Foot Length in Adult Females in a Tertiary Care Centre in Kanpur Kakkar Ankita1, Kumar Sushil2, Rastogi Pooja3, Kumar Alok4,* 1Associate Professor, Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, School of Medical Sciences & Research, Sharda University, Greater Noida (U.P.) 2Professor & Head, Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, Rama Medical College, Kanpur (U.P.) 3Professor & Head, Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, School of Medical Sciences & Research, Sharda University, Greater Noida (U.P.) 4Professor & Head, Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences, Saifai, Etawah. (U.P.) *Corresponding Author: Dr. Alok Kumar, Professor & Head (Forensic Medicine & Toxicology). Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences, Saifai, Etawah.-206130 (U.P.), India. Contact: Tel. +91-9456995036; E mail- drsalok@rediffmail.com
Online published on 8 August, 2019. Abstract Background Identification of an individual is the core element in forensic investigations. Accurate estimation of height is of paramount importance which has been carried out by several researchers by the measurement of various long bones. However, foot measurement has not been frequently used for this purpose, particularly in females of our region. Method Present study was performed in the department of Forensic Medicine at Rama Medical College, Hospital and Research Institute, Kanpur. The material comprised of 88 young and healthy female medical students of Rama medical College, Mandhana, Kanpur. Results and Conclusion A statistically significant correlation was established between height and foot lengths (Right and Left). The regression equation for height and foot length was also developed. The correlation between stature and foot measurements was found to be positive and statistically significant (p-value < 0.001). Linear regression models and multiple regression models were derived for estimation of stature from the measurements of the foot. The results also indicated significant differences between left and right foot length measurements. The present study indicates that anthropometric measurements of foot are extremely valuable in the estimation of stature. This is a meaningful tool to estimate stature with greater accuracy. Conclusion Prediction of stature was found to be most accurate by linear regression analysis. Present study has established definite correlation between stature and foot length. It will help in medico-legal cases; particularly in establishing identity of an individual when only a few body remains are available as in mass disasters, bomb explosions, accidents etc. This study will be of immense value for Doctors, Police and other concerned authorities, investigating these cases. Top Keywords Forensic, Anthropometry, Stature, Foot Length, Female, India. Top |