Topographical study of scapular foramina and scapular nutrient foramina in dried skeletons
Issued Date
2023-05-01
Resource Type
ISSN
09301038
eISSN
12798517
Scopus ID
2-s2.0-85150512306
Pubmed ID
36947179
Journal Title
Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy
Volume
45
Issue
5
Start Page
563
End Page
570
Rights Holder(s)
SCOPUS
Bibliographic Citation
Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy Vol.45 No.5 (2023) , 563-570
Suggested Citation
Yurasakpong L., Suwannakhan A., Kirisattayakul W., Samrid R., Iamsaard S., Limwachiranon J., Khanthiyong B., Tubbs R.S., Iwanaga J., Chaiyamoon A. Topographical study of scapular foramina and scapular nutrient foramina in dried skeletons. Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy Vol.45 No.5 (2023) , 563-570. 570. doi:10.1007/s00276-023-03132-9 Retrieved from: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/82054
Title
Topographical study of scapular foramina and scapular nutrient foramina in dried skeletons
Author's Affiliation
Bangkokthonburi University
Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences
St. George's University Grenada
Zhejiang University School of Medicine
Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University
Chulabhorn Royal Academy
Ochsner Health System
Tulane University School of Medicine
Mahidol University
In Silico and Clinical Anatomy Research Group (iSCAN)
Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences
St. George's University Grenada
Zhejiang University School of Medicine
Faculty of Medicine, Khon Kaen University
Chulabhorn Royal Academy
Ochsner Health System
Tulane University School of Medicine
Mahidol University
In Silico and Clinical Anatomy Research Group (iSCAN)
Other Contributor(s)
Abstract
Purpose: The aim of our study is to study the prevalence and anatomy of scapular foramina (SF) and scapular nutrient foramina (SNF) in dried skeletons from the Northeastern Thai population. Methods: A total of 150 dried scapulae were investigated. Both SF and SNF were identified using a metal wire with a diameter of 0.36 mm. The number, locations, lengths, and diameters of SF were recorded. Subsequently, SNF were identified using the same metal wire. Their number and locations were recorded. Two observers performed the evaluations and measurements. Results: SF were present in 78.0% of scapulae. They could have up to five openings. Eighteen types were found. On average they were longer in males (21.7 ± 5.0 mm) than females (19.45 ± 4.6 mm). The mean diameters of both the superior and inferior openings were significantly greater in females (p < 0.01). SNF, in contrast, were present in 100% of scapulae. They were located in the supraspinous fossa (36.7%), subscapular fossa (31.3%), infraspinous fossa (22.8%), and peri-glenoid area (10.0%). Conclusion: Unlike previous studies, the present study suggests that SF are normal anatomical findings, present in 78.0% of the scapulae investigated. Surgeons should be aware of both SNF and SF when operating or interpreting radiological findings.