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A paleoepidemiologic study of diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis
1Anthropology laboratory, Bordeaux university I, Talence, France.
Joint Bone Spine
|June 30, 2000
Summary
Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH) was present in 2.8–3.7% of ancient individuals. This paleopathological finding suggests DISH may indicate older age at death in populations lacking clinical data.
Area of Science:
- Paleopathology
- Skeletal Biology
- Medieval History
Background:
- Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH) is a common condition in older adults.
- Its prevalence in ancient populations is not well-established.