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Effectiveness of the Al Qahtani method in estimating gestational age in the context of an alleged illegal abortion : a case report Rijaldi, Ferdy; Yudy, Yudy; Prastyo, Eko; Soedarsono, Nurtami; Yuniastuti, Mindya; Satriyo, Juanda; Auerkari, Elza Ibrahim
Padjadjaran Journal of Dentistry Vol 37, No 1 (2025): April 2025 (Supplements 1)
Publisher : Universitas Padjadjaran

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24198/pjd.vol37no1.58832

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Introduction: Age estimation is crucial in forensic and dental sciences, particularly for determining gestational age in suspected illegal abortion cases. This study highlights the significance of the Al Qahtani method, which focuses on dental development, as a reliable approach for estimating gestational age. Gestational age is commonly assessed through body length, weight, and the maturation of skeletal and dental structures, with radiographs serving as essential tools for evaluating dental development. The aim of this case report is to demonstrate the effectiveness of the Al Qahtani method in estimating gestational age in the context of an alleged illegal abortion. Case report: The body of an unidentified infant was found on the side of the road, wrapped in a piece of white cloth and a brown sarung. It was transported to the hospital’s forensic department for identification. Periapical radiographs were taken of the anterior areas of the teeth, and the Al Qahtani method was employed to determine the age of the deceased infant. The radiographs provided a clear overview of dental maturation, which was essential for accurate age estimation. Conclusion: The Al Qahtani method is recommended as a standard practice in forensic odontology for estimating gestational age in abortion cases. This method contributes significantly to medical treatment, criminal investigations, and legal proceedings, enhancing the accuracy of age determination and supporting both medical and legal contexts.
The relationship between obliteration of coronal, sagittal, and lambdoid cranial sutures (ectocranial-endocranial) and biological age: a meta-analysis Satriyo, Juanda; Soedarsono, Nurtami; Auerkari, Elza Ibrahim; Gultom, Ferry Pergamus
Padjadjaran Journal of Dentistry Vol 37, No 2 (2025): July 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24198/pjd.vol37no2.59298

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Introduction: Age estimation using ectocranial and endocranial cranial sutures is an important technique in forensic science and forensic odontology. This meta-analysis aims to evaluate the relationship, accuracy, and reliability of this method by reviewing findings from previously published studies. Methods: A systematic search was conducted on electronic databases including PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science to identify relevant research published between 2019 and 2024. Inclusion criteria encompassed original studies that applied cranial suture methods for age estimation on adult human cranial bone samples. Out of 23 identified articles, 7 met the criteria and were included in the quantitative analysis. Results: A moderate to strong positive correlation between the biological age of adults and the closure score of cranial sutures (coronal, sagittal, and lambdoid) both ectocranially and endocranially (r=0.58) with a 95% confidence interval [0.2928,0.7750]. Factors affecting accuracy include population variation, types of sutures evaluated, and scoring methods. Conclusion: This meta-analysis confirms that the cranial suture method has limited utility in forensic age estimation. Nevertheless, this technique can still provide additional information when used in conjunction with other skeletal and dental indicators. Standardization of methodology and further research are needed to improve the accuracy of cranial suture-based age estimation.