Halilova N. On Size, Shape and Position Variations of the Exterior Nose Anatomy in Young Individuals

This PhD Dissertation focuses on problems of morphometric and topographical features of extreme variants of the exterior nose in young people. The survey was based on the morphometric data collected for 26 size variables which characterize anatomic and topographic options on the minimal and maximal basis, along with 7 index options of the individual anatomic exterior nose shape variations as well as of 13 index and proportion options of minimal and maximal face features instances in 96 young-age male and female volunteers of different face phenotypes, belonging to different races. Face and exterior nose dimensions and proportions are measured, with availability and lack of relationships and among the variables under study, as well their dependence upon as genders, races and face phenotypes of those under surveillance are studied. Regression equations are established to provide a quantity-based definition of links and connections existing between the variables involved. Comparative analysis of the size, index and proportion data arrived at during the survey is done against values of those variables which are commonly used by plastic surgeons and artists. Conclusions are made on whether it is correct and reasonable to use the data in practice. New indexes and proportions, as well as Latin names to the above and other existing variables which characterize individual-based variations of the exterior nose sizes, shapes, and topography, are provided. A multi-purpose report form for the face morphometric examination is developed to be easily used by plastic surgeons, anthropologists, forensic detectives and artists. A methodological approach to studying morphometric and topographical features of the external nose anatomy is has been developed as a suitable computer program - "Faceanalyzer" to put it into practicet. New computer programs are developed, such as "Raceanalyzer" which allows us to identify the race of those under surveillance on the basis of their face morphometric measurement data, and the "MathMask" program intended for the creation of visual virtual pictographic image of the face.