Comparison of the Orbital Fossa Dimensions of Men and Women

Background & Aims: The orbital cavity is an important anatomic structure in the face. It is in close connection with the skull, paranasal sinuses, and the nose. Precise knowledge of the orbital cavity dimensions can be helpful in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases associated with the orbital cavity. Due to the lack of adequate research on orbital size in Iran and the city of Kerman, the aim of this study was to evaluate the proportions of the orbital fossa of women and men in Kerman. Methods: In the present study, a sliding caliper and a compassed caliper were used for the measurement of variables. The variables included orbital width, orbital height, and inter-orbital distance. The variables were measured in ۲۰۰۰ subjects in the age range of ۲۰-۳۰ years. Results: The mean orbital height and width in men was ۳۵.۸ and ۴۱.۶ mm, respectively. The mean orbital height and width in women were ۲۳ mm and ۳۳.۱ mm, respectively. In addition, the mean inter-orbital distance in men and women was ۳۱.۹ mm and ۲۴.۱ mm, respectively. Conclusion: In this study, the statistical analysis of the variables showed no significant difference in orbital height, width and inter-orbital distance between men and women

کلیدواژه ها:

Anthropometry ، Orbital fossa ، Measurement