Table 2

Mean asymmetries in the left and non-left language groups

LI>0.4LI<0.4
VariableMeanSDMeanSDp Value
MLA (mm)−2.787.472.648.920.02*
Corrected MLA−0.460.0830.400.120.003*
THA (mm)0.7111.541.898.750.69
AFA0.040.140.010.160.42
  • *Statistical significance at p<0.025 with Bonferroni correction).

  • AFA, arcuate fasciculus asymmetry; Corrected MLA- corrected Meyer's loop asymmetry; LI, language lateralisation index; MLA-Meyer's loop asymmetry; THA- temporal horn asymmetry