Abstract
Objectives: The purpose of the study was to determine the volume and to assess the anatomical variations of maxillary sinus using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT).
Materials and Methods: The study was conducted using 64 CBCT scans of the subjects belonging to the age group 18-50 years. Using Care Stream 3D imaging software, the scans were exported and read in an orthogonal slicing view. The width and length of the sinus were measured in axial section, whereas the height was measured in coronal section. Volume and area of sinus were calculated using 3D Slicer software. The assessment of septa was done in axial, coronal and sagittal sections. Independent t-test was done to compare the parameters between male and female subjects.
Results: The mean maxillary sinus length, width, height, area and volume were 23.85 ± 3.71 mm, 33.83 ± 3.33 mm, 30.15 ± 4.66 mm, 3807.59 ± 920.53 mm2, 15.653+4.9255 cm3 respectively. The mean values were significantly higher (p
Conclusion: There was a significant difference in linear, volumetric, and anatomical measurements of the maxillary sinus among genders. The measurements of the right sinus were greater than the left sinus. The occurrence of septa was higher in the female compared to male. A thorough understanding of the anatomical variation of the sinus can help clinicians make sound diagnosis and treatment planning.
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Pokhrel, Prafen; Shrestha, Rabindra Man; Pyakurel, Ujjawal; and Poudel, Roshan
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"Volumetric Analysis and Anatomical Variations of the Maxillary Sinus: A Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Study,"
Taiwanese Journal of Orthodontics: Vol. 37:
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1, Article 1.
https://doi.org/10.38209/2708-2636.1371
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https://www.tjo.org.tw/tjo/vol37/iss1/1
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