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[Palaeopathology in Roman Imperial age]
Simona Minozzi1, Paola Catalano, Stefania Di Giannantonio
1Divisione di Paleopatologia, Storia della Medicina e Bioetica, Dipartimento di Oncologia, dei Trapianti e delle Nuove Tecnologie in Medicina, Università di Pisa, Pisa, I. simo.min@tiscali.it
Medicina Nei Secoli
|March 27, 2015
Summary
Palaeopathological studies of Roman Imperial Age skeletal samples reveal diverse diseases, including articular conditions, traumas, and infections. These findings offer insights into the health and living conditions of ancient Roman populations.
Area of Science:
- Palaeopathology
- Archaeology
- Anthropology
Context:
- Skeletal samples from Roman Imperial Age necropoles in urban and suburban Rome.
- Recent archaeological excavations provide new data.
Purpose:
- To examine palaeopathological findings in ancient Roman skeletal remains.
- To categorize and report observed diseases.
Summary:
- Analysis of skeletal samples identified various diseases: articular, traumatic, infectious, metabolic/nutritional, congenital, and tumors.
- Examples of each disease category are presented.
- Despite limitations in ancient epidemiology, the study highlights prevalent illnesses linked to Roman life conditions.
Impact:
- Provides insights into the health status and disease prevalence of the Roman population.
- Contributes to understanding the impact of lifestyle on ancient health.
- Enhances knowledge of palaeopathology in historical contexts.
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