Browsing by Author "Palahepitiya, K.N."

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Anatomical dimension of the Caudate lobe of the liver
(University of Kelaniya, 2011) Widanagama, M.A.; Prabodha, L.B.L.; Palahepitiya, K.N.; Nanayakkara, B.G.; Ilayperuma, I.; Hasan, R.
On the posterior surface of the liver, the Caudate lobe lies between the inferior vena cava and the fissure for the ligamentum venosum. It is connected to the right lobe of the liver by the Caudate process. However, functionally it belongs to the left lobe. In left hepatic lobectomy, the left lobe together with most of the Caudate lobe is removed. Furthermore, the diameters of right lobe and Caudate lobe have been used to distinguish between the normal and cirrhotic livers. This study was carried out to establish the anatomical dimensions of the Caudate lobe in a group of adult Sri Lankans. A total of 26 apparently healthy livers obtained from formalin fixed cadavers were studied. The Caudate lobe was measured along its maximum antero-posterior and transverse diameters using a sliding caliper capable of measuring to the nearest 0.01 mm. Maximum transverse diameter of the right lobe of the liver was taken to compare the ratio between the right lobe and the Caudate lobe. The mean maximum antero-posterior and transverse diameters of the Caudate lobe was 51.6 ± 4.6 mm and 27.6 ± 4.5 mm respectively. The transverse diameter of the right lobe was 85.05± 13.2 mm. The mean ratio of the transverse diameter of the Caudate lobe to that of the right lobe was found to be 0.32 ± .06. The results of the study demonstrate the anatomical dimensions established for the Caudate lobe for a group of adult Sri Lankan population. These data will facilitate in improving the outcome of surgical procedures of the liver.
Anatomical dimensions of the portal vein: A cadaver study
(12th Annual Research Symposium, University of Kelaniya, 2011) Pinsara, G.H.M.; Palahepitiya, K.N.; Nanayakkara, B.G.; Ilayperuma, I.; Hasan, R.
The portal vein is formed by union of the superior mesenteric and splenic veins. It lies in front of the inferior vena cava and runs vertically upwards in the free edge of the lesser omentum finally reaching the porta hepatis. In liver transplantation and pancreatectomy, a length of portal vein is removed for anastomose with the recipient vessels. A complete knowledge of the anatomic variations in portal venous anatomy is an essential prerequisite for the outcome of these procedures. Despite the significance of the portal vein little is known about its dimensions in Sri Lankans. The present study was undertaken to investigate the diameter and length of portal vein in a group of adult Sri Lankan population and to compare the results with other published data. The characteristics of cadavers including age, gender, weight and height were recorded. A total of twenty four apparently healthy livers obtained from cadavers were utilized. The diameter of the portal vein at a predetermined sites and the length up to the porta hepatis were recorded. All measurements were taken using a sliding caliper capable of measuring to the nearest 0.01 mm. Results were expressed as mean ± SD. Statistical analysis was performed using the t test. P value <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Portal vein anatomy was normal and mono-pad in all cases studied. The mean diameter of the portal vein at the porta hepatis was found to be 8.96±1.26mm and the mean length was 8.28±2.33cm. The results indicated that in our study population, the portal veins are longer but their diameters were smaller than when compared with the reported measurements in the anatomy texts. These may be attributed to racial differences. Precise knowledge of the expected normal portal vein diameter at a given anatomic location is the first step towards developing a quantitative estimate of the severity of the portal vein abnormalities. This study provides a reference data set for adult Sri Lankans against which to compare the diameters of the portal vein in various pathological conditions.
Coracobrachialis muscle: morphology, morphometry and gender differences
(Springer, 2016) Ilayperuma, I.; Nanayakkara, B.G.; Hasan, R.; Uluwitiya, S.M.; Palahepitiya, K.N.
PURPOSE:Coracobrachialis (CBM) is a complex muscle with a wide range of variations in its morphology and innervation. The goal of this study was to elucidate the morphology, morphometry, gender differences of CBM and precise anatomical position of the musculocutaneous nerve (MCN) with reference to surrounding anatomical landmarks in an adult Sri Lankan population. METHOD: Cadaveric upper limbs (n = 312) were examined for the proximal and distal attachments, length, width, thickness of CBM and its relationship with the MCN. RESULTS: The CBM originated from the tip of the coracoid process of the scapula and lateral, posterior and medial aspects of the tendon of short head of biceps brachii. Gender differences were observed in all morphometrical parameters of CBM. In 83.33 %, MCN perforated the CBM. In 50 % the MCN pierced the middle one-third of CBM while none pierced the lower one-third. The distance from the coracoid process to the point of entry of MCN into CBM (distance P) was 50.62 mm. A positive correlation was observed between the arm length and distance P indicating that arm length provides an accurate and reliable means of gauging the distance P of an individual. CONCLUSION: The present study provides new evidence pertaining to the origin of CBM. Further, it was revealed that the predicted distance P of any upper extremity can be calculated by dividing the arm length by 5. Precise anatomical location of MCN in relation to CBM using unequivocal and well-defined anatomical landmarks will be imperative in modern surgical procedures.
Morphometrical analysis of the human palatine sutures
(University of Kelaniya, 2011) Udayanga, L.B.M.; Prabodha, L.B.L.; Palahepitiya, K.N.; Nanayakkara, B.G.; Ilayperuma, I.; Ambikaipakan, S.
The hard palate is traversed by a crucial suture which consists of mid palatal, interpalatine and transverse palatine sutures. The defects of the fusion of these palatine sutures lead to cleft palate. The goal of this study is to investigate the length and the gender differences of the palatine sutures in dried Sri Lankan skulls. A total of 63 (38 male; 25 female) dried human skulls were included in the study. The combined straight lengths of the midpalatal and interpalatine sutures and transverse palatine sutures were measured following the standard procedures with a spreading caliper capable of measuring to the nearest 0.01 mm. The mean combined lengths of the midpalatal and interpalatine sutures and transverse palatine sutures were (male: 46.76 ± 3.43; female: 44.96 ± 3.12); (male: 36.12 ± 4.6; female: 34.14 ± 2.9) respectively. Gender differences in the lengths of the palatine sutures were statistically significant (p<0.05). The results of this preliminary study establish the existence of a statistically significant sexual dimorphism in the lengths of the palatine sutures. Further, it provides a reference set of data on the lengths of the palatine sutures for an adult Sri Lankan population. Such data will facilitate the understanding of the etiopathogenesis of malformations of this cranial region and artificial teeth mould industry.