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Hadrian's Mysterious Death
- Emperor Hadrian, ruler of Rome, died mysteriously after his 60th birthday.
- Historical accounts mention nosebleeds, edema, and Hadrian's eventual death after abandoning his treatment.
Diagnosing Hadrian
- Diagnosing Hadrian's cause of death has been a challenge for paleopathologists.
- Theories range from kidney or heart failure to Osler-Weber-Rendu syndrome.
A Clue in the Busts
- Dr. Petrachus observed a physical finding on busts of Hadrian.
- This finding, present on multiple busts, led him to a potential diagnosis.