The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Human Paleopathology [Paperback]

A comprehensive, practical reference for all interested in identification of disease in ancient human remains, first published in 1998.The Encyclopedia of Human Paleopathology is the major reference work for all those interested in the identification of disease in ancient human remains, especially paleopathologists, archeologists, physicians and anthropologists. It includes detailed descriptions and photographs of all conditions causing effects recogniza ble with the unaided eye on bone, tooth or mummified soft tissue, together with descriptions of the disease's antiquity, history and epidemiology, making it by far the most comprehensive book available on the subject.The Encyclopedia of Human Paleopathology is the major reference work for all those interested in the identification of disease in ancient human remains, especially paleopathologists, archeologists, physicians and anthropologists. It includes detailed descriptions and photographs of all conditions causing effects recogniza ble with the unaided eye on bone, tooth or mummified soft tissue, together with descriptions of the disease's antiquity, history and epidemiology, making it by far the most comprehensive book available on the subject.The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Human Paleopathology is a major reference work for all those interested in the identification of disease in human remains. Many diseases leave characteristic lesions and deformities on human bones, teeth and soft tissues that can be identified many years after death. This comprehensive volume includes all conditions producing effects recognizable with the unaided eye. Detailed lesion descriptions and over 300 photographs and diagrams facilitate disease recognition and each condition is placed in context with discussion of its history, antiquity, etiology, epidemiology, geography, and natural history. Uniquely, diseases affecting the soft tissues are also included as these are commonly present in mummified remains.Preface; Acknowledgements; 1. l#