@article{article_1700331, title={Morphometric analysis of anatomical reference points in hip surgery: A study on cadaveric and radiographic images}, journal={The European Research Journal}, volume={11}, pages={832–844}, year={2025}, DOI={10.18621/eurj.1700331}, author={Kabakcı, Ayşe Gül and Biçer, Ömer Sunkar and Bozkır, Memduha Gülhal}, keywords={Arthroplasty, cadaver, hip, morphometry, radiography}, abstract={<p> <b>Objectives: </b> This study aims to evaluate the accuracy of morphometric measurements obtained from cadavers and anteroposterior (AP) pelvic radiographs. </p> <p> <b>Methods: </b> A total of 15 cadavers from the anatomical collection of Cukurova University and 217 AP pelvic radiographs from individuals aged 65-80 years with no orthopedic conditions were analyzed. Morphometric measurements were taken from cadavers using Kirschner wires placed at anatomical reference points: the spina iliaca anterior superior (SIAS), the highest point of the crista iliaca (CI), and the trochanter major (TM). Distances were measured with a non-elastic tape, and angular measurements were conducted using ImageJ software. These were compared with radiographic data analyzed via the PACS system. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS 20 with One-Way ANOVA to assess group differences. </p> <p> <b>Results: </b> The mean age was 70.98±4.70 years for radiograph individuals and 80.36±5.13 years for cadavers. Significant differences were found between cadaveric, dissected cadaver, and radiological measurements. The SIAS-TM distance was longest in cadavers (113.82±7.46 mm) and shortest in radiographs (92.73±14.36 mm). The CI-TM distance was greatest in radiographs (147.81±12.02 mm), while the SIAS-CI distance was longest in cadavers (78.95±6.48 mm). Differences in SIAS-TM (P<0.001), CI-TM (P=0.007), and SIAS-CI (P=0.029) distances were statistically significant. Angular measurements also varied, with radiographs showing higher SIAS angles and cadavers showing greater TM and CI angles, especially on the right side. </p> <p> <b>Conclusions: </b> The study reveals notable discrepancies between cadaveric and radiological morphometric measurements. These cadaver-based findings may serve as valuable resources for surgical training and anatomical education, especially in hip arthroplasty planning. </p>}, number={5}, publisher={Prusa Medical Publishing}