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Marfan Syndrome.

A genetic connective tissue disorder that affects the heart, blood vessels, bones, and eyes. Patients with Marfan syndrome are at high risk for aortic aneurysm and dissection and often require prophylactic aortic surgery.

Definition

What is marfan syndrome?

A genetic connective tissue disorder that affects the heart, blood vessels, bones, and eyes. Patients with Marfan syndrome are at high risk for aortic aneurysm and dissection and often require prophylactic aortic surgery.

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