Correlation of Stature with Head Circumference – An Observational Study

Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 9

Abstract

Aims and Objectives: Estimation of stature – body height of an individual is an essential parameter in anthropometry. The aim of the present study is to observe the correlation between stature and head circumference in adolescent population of Telangana region. Materials and Methods: This studied was performed on 200 asymptomatic, healthy adolescent college students with age between 18 to 25 years belonging to various regions of Telangana. Head circumference was measured by non stretchable measuring tape; Height was measured by using standard anthropometer. Results: Correlation coefficient between the stature and head circumference were found to be statistically significant. Conclusion: There is a correlation between stature and head circumference. If one of the parameter is known the other can be known by applying the regression equations.

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Anagani Jayashree

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Anagani Jayashree (2017). Correlation of Stature with Head Circumference – An Observational Study. Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research, 5(9), 30173-30175. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-523701