Le persone affette da sindrome di Marfan spesso hanno problemi al cuore e ai vasi sanguigni, a volte anche molto gravi. La complicazione più comune riguarda l’aorta (il vaso sanguigno che porta il sangue dal cuore al resto dell’organismo). Possono essere interessate anche le valvole cardiache. Più raramente sono colpiti vasi sanguigni diversi dall’aorta. È importante arrivare a una diagnosi precoce e accurata per poter individuare e gestire i problemi medici del cuore e dei vasi sanguigni prima che si trasformino in emergenze potenzialmente letali.
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Lungs in Marfan Syndrome
Many people with Marfan syndrome and some related disorders experience pulmonary complications, or problems with their lungs. If you have Marfan syndrome, it is important for you to see a pulmonologist (lung doctor) if you suspect that you have any problems with your lungs. What are the common types of lung problems in people with […]
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Diagnose Des Marfan-Syndroms
Das Marfan-Syndrom ist eine ernste Erkrankung, die lebensgefährliche Komplikationen haben kann. Dank der Fortschritte in der medizinischen Versorgung können Patienten mit Marfan-Syndrom eine normale Lebenserwartung haben, wenn sie richtig diagnostiziert und behandelt werden.
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