MRI-Based Foramen Magnum Morphometry in Tibetan Adults: Sexual Dimorphism and Findings Across Adult Age Groups
In Tibetan adults, the foramen magnum exhibits clear sexual dimorphism in linear size but not in proportional shape. These measurements remained stable throughout adulthood. These MRI-derived normative data may assist in the assessment of the craniovertebral junction and in forensic applications for Tibetan populations.
Authors
- Mingran Su
- Zhanfei Wang
- Hua Zhong
- Xiong Wang
Institutions
- Xizang Minzu University (CN)
- Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
- Published
- 2026-03-16
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/scs.0000000000012597
- Primary Topic
- Forensic Anthropology and Bioarchaeology Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00