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This research examines how sex and ethnicity affect the morphological characteristics of distal femora.

March 25, 2026Open Access

Differences in characteristic morphological variability among distal femurs based on sex and ethnicity

NAN. AmmouryDalhousie University MDMichael J. Dunbar JDJerry D'AlessioStryker (United States)

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This research examines how sex and ethnicity affect the morphological characteristics of distal femora.
Analyzed a large sample of distal femora
Compared morphological features across different sexes
Investigated variations based on ethnicity
Assessed implications for knee arthroplasty
Significant morphological differences were found between males and females
Ethnic variations also contributed to differences in femoral morphology
Findings indicate a need for tailored knee implant designs based on these differences

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This study characterized morphological variability in a large sample of distal femora, with key differences noted based on sex and ethnicity. The results support further consideration of this variability in knee arthroplasty implant design options and surgical approaches.

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