The paleoepidemiology of Sacral Spina Bifida Occulta in population samples from the Dakhleh Oasis, Egypt

ConclusionsData support that SSBO can be considered as a morphogenetic variant. Dakhleh data fall within the prevalence range for most populations, however inter-population comparisons are complicated by methodological inconsistencies.SignificanceSSBO can be used in paleogenetic research.LimitationsMethodological differences in scoring SSBO prevent effective comparative study.Suggested future researchFuture studies require more rigorous and standardized scoring methods. aDNA may be used to corroborate the morphogenetic value of SSBO and determine its clinical significance.
Source: International Journal of Paleopathology - Category: Pathology Source Type: research