Distal Radius Morphometry in the Saudi Population

Abstract

Abstract Objectives This research paper aims to investigate the morphometric parameters of the distal radius in the Saudi adult population and to compare these findings to the international standards, a total of 389 participant have been included. The specific objectives are to determine gender and side-specific differences in volar tilt, radial height, and radial inclination and to analyze the values of these parameters. Methods A retrospective descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted at King Abdulaziz Naval Base, Armed Forces Hospital in Jubail, Saudi Arabia. Wrist radiographs of 389 participants were evaluated. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS, including descriptive statistics, independent t-tests, and calculation of means, standard deviations, and ranges. Results The mean volar tilt was 13.28° (SD ± 3.03°), radial height was 12.41 mm (SD ± 2.05 mm), and radial inclination was 22.93° (SD ± 3.47°). Significant differences were found in radial height between males and females (p < 0.05) and between the right and left sides (p < 0.05) for both radial height and radial inclination. Conclusion This study provides valuable data on the morphometric parameters of the distal radius in the Saudi adult population. Significant variations were observed in volar tilt, radial height, and radial inclination between genders and between the right and left sides. No significant variations have been found between our population and the international standards. These findings have important implications for clinical practice and treatment decisions, highlighting the need for population-specific reference values.