Statistical Shape Modeling of the Clavicle: Morphological Variation, Sex Differences, and Surgical Implications

Gang Zhang; Ming Hao; Jianjun Wang; Kun Wang; Mingjin Zhang; Xiuyun Su; Qi Yao

doi:10.1111/os.70271

March 18, 2026Orthopaedic SurgeryOpen Access

Statistical Shape Modeling of the Clavicle: Morphological Variation, Sex Differences, and Surgical Implications

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Key Points

To analyze clavicular morphology and its variation based on sex, informing surgical approaches.
Utilized large-scale statistical shape modeling (SSM) to analyze clavicular morphology.
Assessed morphological variation in relation to sex differentiation.
Evaluated the implications for surgical planning and implant design.
Identified significant sex-dependent variability in clavicular shape.
Showed that traditional classifications do not fully represent anatomical diversity.
Provided evidence to enhance personalized approaches in clavicle fracture fixation.

Implication

Statistical shape modeling reveals sex differences in clavicular anatomy, suggesting improved surgical strategies.

Abstract

Clavicular morphology exhibits sex-dependent but not side-dependent variability. Traditional categorical classifications inadequately capture anatomical diversity. Large-scale SSM provides objective morphometric evidence to guide personalized preoperative planning and improve implant design in clavicle fracture fixation.

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Zhang et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Statistical Shape Modeling of the Clavicle: Morphological Variation, Sex Differences, and Surgical Implications

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Statistical Shape Modeling of the Clavicle: Morphological Variation, Sex Differences, and Surgical Implications

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