Platymeric Index

Platymeric Index

A measure of shape at the upper part of the shaft of the femur; determined by dividing the anterior-posterior length just below the lesser trochanter by the transverse breadth.

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A measure of shape at the upper part of the shaft of the femur; determined by dividing the anterior-posterior length just below the lesser trochanter by the transverse breadth.

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