Reproduction
Object numberRCSHC/P 793
Scientific namePanthera leo
CollectionHunterian
CategoryDry preparations
DescriptionThe right radius and ulna of a lion showing changes to the joint surfaces of the elbow as a result of chronic osteoarthritis.
The margins of the proximal joint surfaces of both bones have been covered with irregular new bone. On the medial surface of the trochlea notch, corresponding with the trochlea of the humerus, the porous new bone has become eburnated as a result of the degeneration of the articular cartilage and its contact with the articular surface of the distal humerus. These changes are typical of chronic osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease that would have produced stiffness and pain in the elbow of this animal.
One of four specimens from the same animal (see related records). The source of this animal is not recorded by Hunter, but he is known to have received animals from the Royal Menagerie and from private menageries in London.
Production date Estimated 1760 - Estimated 1793
Preparator
Owner/user
presented
Related objectsRCSHC/P 792RCSHC/P 794RCSHC/P 795
Physical Location
LocationNot on public display: contact museum for access conditions
Physical Information
Physical descriptionDry preparation of bone un-mounted.
Dimensions
whole weight: 76 g
Bibliography
SourceProger 1966-1972
Vol. 2, page 66.
TranscriptThe right radius and ulna of the same Lion, showing similar changes.
SourceClift 1830 Part 2
NotesCatalogue number is 298.
TranscriptThe right humerus, ulna, and radius, of a large feline animal, [probably a lion,] in which the motion of the elbow-joint is limited, in consequence of partial ossification of the capsular ligament.
