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Estimation of stature using foot print length-A prospective observational study | |
Dr. Swapnil Paliwal, Dr. Ashok Kumar Jain | |
Background: Identification of an individual stands as a central element in forensic investigations. Assessing an individual's height serves as a vital factor in the process of identification, as it represents an intrinsic trait. Analyzing footprints offers crucial evidence during crime scene investigations, aiding in the determination of a perpetrator's stature. This proves especially valuable in situations involving mass disasters where only footprints are accessible for analysis. Aim: The current study aimed to investigate the correlation between footprint length and stature while also examining potential differences in estimated stature between the right and left footprints in both genders. Materials and method: The study encompassed a total of 200 students, with an equal distribution of 100 males and 100 females, all of whom were enrolled in our institute. The measurements taken included the length of each student's footprint and their respective height. Results: In both males and females, a notable and meaningful positive correlation was detected between stature and both the length of the right footprint and the length of the left footprint. Regression equations were developed for estimating stature using the right and left footprint lengths separately in both genders. Importantly, there was no statistically significant difference observed in the estimated stature when using the right and left footprint lengths in either males or females. Conclusion: The findings suggest that footprint length serves as a valuable method for estimating the stature of an unidentified individual. |
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