Estimation of Stature from the distance between two Anterior Superior Iliac Spines

The use of anthropology by forensic experts for identification is increased day by day. With increasing frequency of mass disasters due to nature and man, the number of deaths are increasing, which pose a threat for identification due to mutilation. Similar situation is encountered in cases of murder, where there is destruction of identity. Such situations give rise to studies which estimate the stature from different body parts. Hence, present study was carried out to evaluate the anthropometric relationship of distance between anterior superior iliac spines (ASIS) with the stature of an individual in study population and to derive regression formulae to estimate stature from these dimensions. Total of 208 individuals were selected for study, 105 males and 103 females, from 10 to 60 years of age. Regression equation with significant correlation was derived. Eventhough other parameters of human body like foot length, arm span, hand length etc can be used for estimation of stature, interspinous distance (ISD) can also be used when only part of torso or pelvis is brought for autopsy.