(in Polish) Introduction to paleopathology - faculty 2800-AFPATH
Course presents the problems of diagnosing diseases from lesions visible on the skeleton, with particular emphasis on
human remains excavated by archaeologists. Students will get acquainted with the types of diseases that leave traces
on the bones, their classification and possible interpretation of the found changes. Basic information on the evolution
of diseases in various chronological periods will also be presented.
Type of course
Mode
Learning outcomes
The students are acquainted with the problems of paleopatological research and its methodology. They learn the
terminology and basic concepts associated with this field. Understand the impact of diseases on human life in
different chronological periods and ways in which health problems were dealt with in the past. They learn the
characteristics of diseases in communities depending on their civilizational development and geographic and climatic
conditions.
Students is able to present a differential diagnosis of the observed changes on the skeleton or based on information
contained in the anthropological report.
The student is aware of the existence of many interpretations of the problems studied.
Assessment criteria
Grades are based on the final test and/or short written essay.
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