3D morphometric analysis of the epiglottis using CBCT: age and gender differences
This study visualizes epiglottis morphology and uncovers significant morphometric differences. Males exhibit greater epiglottis thickness and length compared to females, while the omega-shaped epiglottis is notably longer than other types. These findings underscore the need for further investigation into the clinical relevance of these morphometric differences, particularly in improving airway management and refining approaches to swallowing function.
Authors
- Ceren Özeren Keşkek (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1758-0852)
- Emre Aytuğar (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0686-6476)
Institutions
- Izmir University (TR)
- Izmir Kâtip Çelebi University (TR)
- İzmir Demokrasi Üniversitesi
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Medical Imaging
- Published
- 2024-11-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12880-024-01506-y
- Primary Topic
- Tracheal and airway disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00