Achondroplasia with tuberculosis






Object numberGC.13687
TitleAchondroplasia with tuberculosis
DescriptionAchondroplasia. Skeleton of an achondroplastic dwarf showing the typical deformity of the skull. Diminution in length of the long bones. Deformation of the bone ends with a tuberculous lesion associated with marked kyphosis at the level of T12.
From associated label ~ Skeleton of Dwarf (female)
Presented to Professor Struthers by a former pupil. It is seen that there is an acute curvature of the spine at the junction of the dorsal and lumbar regions.
Production periodNineteenth century
Object nameBONE, skeleton
Object categoryAnatomical, specimen
Dimensions
- Skeleton Height: 113 cm
Width: 34 cm
Depth: 19 cm