A 5,300-year-old skull has been found in a Spanish tomb by a group of archaeologists. What’s special about it is that it seems to be the oldest evidence of ear surgery carried out in the world. &nbsp;

Several cut marks are visible in the skull around the left ear canal, which implies that surgery around the ear may have been done to relieve pain. &nbsp;

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In an article released in Scientific Reports on Tuesday, the Spanish researchers concluded, "These evidences point to a mastoidectomy, a surgical procedure possibly performed to relieve the pain this prehistoric individual may have suffered as a result of otitis media and mastoiditis." &nbsp;

The skull seems to have belonged to a middle-aged woman, who lived in the Neolithic Age, concluded researchers. It was discovered in a tomb, which is known as the Dolmen de El Pendon. It is located in Burgos, Spain. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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In 2016, the skull was found by researchers of the University of Valladolid along with remains of nearly 100 others. &nbsp;

The skull also showed evidence of two perforations on both sides of the skull near its mastoid bones. It indicates that the surgery was attempted to relieve growing pressure on the ear canal. &nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

A 5,300-year-old skull has been found in a Spanish tomb by a group of archaeologists. What’s special about it is that it seems to be the oldest evidence of ear surgery carried out in the world.

A 5,300-year-old skull has been found in a Spanish tomb by a group of archaeologists. What’s special about it is that it seems to be the oldest evidence of ear surgery carried out in the world. Several cut marks are visible in the skull around the left ear canal, which implies that surgery around the ear may have been done to relieve pain. Also Read: New species of crocodile who preyed on a young dinosaur found in Australia, say scientists In an article released in Scientific Reports on Tuesday, the Spanish researchers concluded, "These evidences point to a mastoidectomy, a surgical procedure possibly performed to relieve the pain this prehistoric individual may have suffered as a result of otitis media and mastoiditis." The skull seems to have belonged to a middle-aged woman, who lived in the Neolithic Age, concluded researchers. It was discovered in a tomb, which is known as the Dolmen de El Pendon. It is located in Burgos, Spain. Also Read: Scientists use human heart cells to power an artificial fish In 2016, the skull was found by researchers of the University of Valladolid along with remains of nearly 100 others. The skull also showed evidence of two perforations on both sides of the skull near its mastoid bones. It indicates that the surgery was attempted to relieve growing pressure on the ear canal. (With inputs from agencies)

Evidence of first ear surgery found in 5,300-year-old skull, say archaeologists

Palestinian president <a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/palestine-president-mahmoud-abbas-again-hospitalised-third-time-in-this-week-138407">Mahmoud Abbas who was admitted to hospital </a>on Sunday his health is improving and can leave the hospital by&nbspTuesday, news agency AFP reported citing a medical source.

The 83-year-old leader was hospitalised on Sunday in the Istishari Arab Hospital near Ramallah after he had some complications following his ear surgery.

Reports also say that he was having inflammation in his ear after which he was rushed to the hospital.

This was the third time within a week Abbas has been hospitalised.

He was admitted to hospital on Tuesday to get a minor ear surgery after which he was released within few hours.

Then he was again&nbsphospitalised on Friday.

Abbas reportedly is a heavy smoker and has a history os several health issues related to the heart.&nbsp

Abbas's health is the subject of regular speculation, with no clear successor identified.

Senior official Saeb Erekat downplayed fears about his condition late Sunday.

A source familiar with his condition had earlier said he was suffering from chest pain and a high fever.

(With inputs from AFP)

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Mahmoud Abbas was hospitalised on Sunday in the Istishari Arab Hospital near Ramallah after he had some complications following his ear surgery

Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas who was admitted to hospital on Sunday his health is improving and can leave the hospital by&nbspTuesday, news agency AFP reported citing a medical source. The 83-year-old leader was hospitalised on Sunday in the Istishari Arab Hospital near Ramallah after he had some complications following his ear surgery. Reports also say that he was having inflammation in his ear after which he was rushed to the hospital. This was the third time within a week Abbas has been hospitalised. He was admitted to hospital on Tuesday to get a minor ear surgery after which he was released within few hours. Then he was again&nbsphospitalised on Friday. Abbas reportedly is a heavy smoker and has a history os several health issues related to the heart. Abbas's health is the subject of regular speculation, with no clear successor identified. Senior official Saeb Erekat downplayed fears about his condition late Sunday. A source familiar with his condition had earlier said he was suffering from chest pain and a high fever. (With inputs from AFP)

Mahmoud Abbas regains health, could be discharged by tomorrow

Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas was admitted to hospital on Sunday, news agency AFP reported citing a Palestinian official.

The 82-year-old leader has been admitted to West Bank hospital, media reports said.

Further details regarding the reason are not known yet.

This is the third time within a week Abbas has been hospitalised.

He was admitted to hospital on Tuesday to get a minor ear surgery after which he was released within few hours.

Then he was again&nbsphospitalised on Friday.

Abbas reportedly is a heavy smoker and has a history os several health issues related to the heart.&nbsp

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The 82-year-old leader has been admitted to West Bank hospital, media reports said.

Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas was admitted to hospital on Sunday, news agency AFP reported citing a Palestinian official. The 82-year-old leader has been admitted to West Bank hospital, media reports said. Further details regarding the reason are not known yet. This is the third time within a week Abbas has been hospitalised. He was admitted to hospital on Tuesday to get a minor ear surgery after which he was released within few hours. Then he was again&nbsphospitalised on Friday. Abbas reportedly is a heavy smoker and has a history os several health issues related to the heart.

Palestine President Mahmoud Abbas again hospitalised, third time in this week

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