Ox's mandible affected by actinomycosis

Object numberGC.3387
TitleOx's mandible affected by actinomycosis
DescriptionOx's mandible affected by actinomycosis. a rare bacterial infection caused by bacteria that normally live harmlessly within the body. Actinomycosis occurs when they get into areas where they are not normally found, in this case the jaw
"From a slaughter-house in Berlin where this disease is said to be comparatively common in summer”
The bone is irregularly enlarged and is invaded by tumour masses.
Object nameBONE, mandible; ox
Object categoryAnatomical, specimen
Dimensions
- Jar Height: 16.0 cm
Width: 14.0 cm
Depth: 6.1 cm