Ankylosis of a knee joint from Medieval London: Trauma, congenital anomaly or osteoarthritis?

ConclusionsIn all probability, the left knee reflects a case of congenital ankylosis with a differential diagnosis of subadult trauma. The female’s skeleton had adapted to the impairment. Their risk is likely to have been elevated because of climatic and pandemic events during this period.SignificanceFirst reported case of congenital knee ankylosis.LimitationsThe left knee joint was damaged during excavation.Suggestions for further researchAdditional imaging is advised.
Source: International Journal of Paleopathology - Category: Pathology Source Type: research