Objective

We report a probable case of multiple skeletal dysplasia observed in a Late Iron Age young adult male.

Materials

The individual studied belongs to a Late Iron Age necropolis from Switzerland. The skeletal elements are well preserved

Methods

Macroscopic and radiographic assessment.

Results

The individual shows evidence of both craniofacial and mandibular deformation. Developmental defects are also visible with effects on the general shape and articular surfaces of both humeri, as well as the left femur and tibia.

Conclusion

We propose that the lesions observed are manifestations of skeletal dysplasia, such as pseudo-achondroplasia or multiple epiphyseal dysplasia.

Significance

This is the first recorded case of multiple skeletal dysplasia in an Iron Age necropolis in Switzerland, questioning the integration of physically compromised individuals in La Tène society.

Limitations

Examination of other skeletal dysplasias from archaeological contexts provides support for this diagnosis.

Suggestions for future research

The integration of individuals with disabilities in La Tène societies is still poorly understood and further research is needed to better characterize these communities.

中文翻译：

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瑞士铁器时代晚期成年男性骨骼发育不良的独特案例

客观的

我们报告了一例在铁器时代晚期年轻成年男性中观察到的多发性骨骼发育不良的可能病例。

材料

所研究的个体属于来自瑞士的铁器时代晚期墓地。骨骼元素保存完好

方法

宏观和放射学评估。

结果

个体显示出颅面和下颌变形的证据。发育缺陷也可见于影响肱骨以及左股骨和胫骨的一般形状和关节面。

结论

我们认为观察到的病变是骨骼发育不良的表现，例如假性软骨发育不全或多发性骨骺发育不良。

意义

这是瑞士铁器时代墓地多发性骨骼发育不良的首例记录案例，质疑拉特纳社会中身体受损个体的融合。

限制

从考古背景检查其他骨骼发育不良为这一诊断提供了支持。

对未来研究的建议

对拉特纳社会中残疾人的融合仍知之甚少，需要进一步研究以更好地描述这些社区的特征。