Table 1.
Differences in linear, angular, and area measurements according to sex
| Parameters | Male (n = 31) | Female (n = 62) | p | Gender comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L (mm) | 13.8 ± 2.2 | 12.2 ± 2.3 | <0.01 | * |
| θ1 (degrees) | 108.4 ± 7.7 | 108.4 ± 6.8 | 0.11 | NS |
| θ2 (degrees) | 105.5 ± 8.6 | 109.6 ± 7.9 | 0.03 | * |
| θ3 (degrees) | 112.1 ± 8.7 | 112.2 ± 10.3 | 0.98 | NS |
| Dr (mm) | 4.5 ± 2.4 | 4.0 ± 1.5 | 0.22 | NS |
| Do (mm) | 3.1 ± 1.4 | 3.3 ± 1.2 | 0.50 | NS |
| CSAn (mm2) | 73.9 ± 10.7 | 73.8 ± 14.8 | 0.98 | NS |
| CSAr (mm2) | 81.4 ± 14.5 | 81.4 ± 18.5 | >0.99 | NS |
| CSAo (mm2) | 74.2 ± 9.3 | 75.0 ± 14.7 | 0.78 | NS |
Data are presented as mean ± standard deviation
*p < 0.05
NS not significant