The role of case studies in recent paleopathological literature: An argument for continuing relevance.

Objective: To critically examine the role that case studies play in recent paleopathological literature, by evaluating their frequency of publication, academic impact, and the public engagement they generate.

Materials: Articles published in International Journal of Paleopathology between 2011 and 2018 (N = 377).

Methods: Articles were coded as case studies, population studies, methodological studies, or reviews.