FINGER LENGTHS AS FORENSIC INDICATORS: CORRELATION
WITH STATURE AND GENDER DETERMINATION IN
DISMEMBERED BODIES
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English
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Dr Manjunath
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This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the correlation between finger lengths and stature for gender determination in
forensic medicine. Measurements of non-dominant index and ring fingers were taken in 100 students aged 18 to 25 years.
Significant differences were found in finger lengths and height between sexes (P<0.0001). Gender determination accuracy
ranged from 71% to 92%, emphasizing the potential forensic relevance of finger measurements in identifying dismembered
bodies. The study highlights the value of finger lengths as an additional tool for forensic investigations.ddd
