Forensic age estimation based on T1 SE and VIBE wrist MRI: do a one-fits-all staging technique and age estimation model apply? Hasselt University KU Leuven Ghent University
ObjectivesProviding recommendations for wrist MRI in age estimation by determining (1) which anatomical structures to include in the statistical model, (2) which MRI sequence to conduct, and (3) which staging technique to apply.MethodsRadius and ulna were prospectively studied on 3T MRI in 363 healthy Caucasian participants (185 females, 178 males) between 14 and 26years old, using T1 spin echo (SE) and T1 gradient echo VIBE. Bone development ...