FORENSIC DIAGNOSTIC SIGNIFICANCE OF DERMATOGLYPHIC MARKERS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TYPE 1 DIABETES IN CHILDREN
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Type 1 diabetes, dermatoglyphics, children, fingerprint patterns, ridge count, palmar analysis, forensic diagnostics, autoimmune disease, developmental biology, genetic susceptibility.Abstract
Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1D) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that commonly develops in childhood and is influenced by genetic and environmental factors. Early identification of individuals at risk remains a significant clinical challenge. Dermatoglyphics, the study of epidermal ridge patterns formed during early embryogenesis, has been proposed as a potential non-invasive biomarker reflecting prenatal developmental disturbances associated with T1D susceptibility. This review evaluates existing evidence on the relationship between dermatoglyphic markers and T1D in children, focusing on fingerprint patterns, ridge counts, and palmar parameters. Findings suggest that certain dermatoglyphic variations may be associated with T1D; however, results across studies are inconsistent due to methodological differences and population variability. While dermatoglyphic analysis shows promise as a supportive screening tool, it cannot currently be used as an independent diagnostic method. Further large-scale and standardized studies integrating genetic and immunological data are required to validate its forensic and clinical relevance.
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