Morphometric Study of Clavicle with Its Clinical Implications – An Observational Study

Background: Clavicle fractures are common, and they account for 2.6% of all fractures. The middle third of the clavicle is the most common site of fracture. Aim: Hence, the aim of this study was to evaluate various morphometric parameters of clavicle which will help the orthopedic surgeons manage the different types of clavicle fractures. Methods: The study was conducted on 93 dry human clavicles. Various measurements were taken. A comparison of parameters on the right and left sides and between sexes was also done. Later, the results were analyzed statistically. Results: Comparing right and left side parameters revealed that only medial articulating surface length was significant (P = 0.030). Sex was determined using two parameters: length of clavicle and midshaft circumference. Comparing male and female parameters revealed that all parameters were significant except the breadth of the rhomboid fossa (P = 0.066). Conclusion: From our study, we conclude that the results can assist orthopedic surgeons in performing various operative procedures on the clavicle.