Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences (May 2025)

Gender Differences in Nerve Conduction Parameters of Upper Limb Nerves in Healthy Adults: A Comparative Study

  • Lalitbhushan Shrikrishna Waghmare,
  • Tripti Lalitbhushan Waghmare,
  • Ranjit Sidram Ambad

DOI
https://doi.org/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_1811_24
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 17, no. Suppl 1
pp. S410 – S412

Abstract

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Background: Nerve conduction studies (NCSs) are essential diagnostic tools for evaluating peripheral nerve function. The influence of gender on nerve conduction parameters, such as conduction velocity, latency, and amplitude, remains a topic of interest. Previous studies have suggested gender differences in nerve conduction but have not provided definitive conclusions. Objective: This study aims to compare the nerve conduction parameters of the upper limb nerves (median, ulnar, and radial) in healthy male and female adults. Material and Methods: A total of 100 healthy adults (50 males and 50 females) were selected for this study. NCSs were performed on the median, ulnar, and radial nerves, measuring parameters including conduction velocity, latency, and amplitude. Results: The male group exhibited significantly faster conduction velocities, shorter latencies, and higher amplitudes compared to the female group. The median nerve showed the most pronounced gender differences in conduction velocity. Conclusion: Gender differences in nerve conduction parameters were evident, with males showing faster conduction and higher amplitude. These differences should be considered in clinical practice to improve the accuracy of NCSs and diagnosis.

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