Stickler syndrome is a group of genetic disorders that affects connective tissue, specifically collagen. The condition is characterized by facial abnormalities, ocular problems, hearing loss, and joint problems.
What are the features of Stickler syndrome?
How prevalent is Stickler syndrome?
What other names do people use for Stickler syndrome?
How is Stickler syndrome diagnosed?
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People with Marfan syndrome frequently have problems with their heart and blood vessels. Sometimes, these problems are very serious. The most common complication affects the aorta (the main blood vessel carrying blood from the heart to the rest of the body). Heart valves may be affected as well. Less often, blood vessels other than the […]
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Viele Patienten mit Marfan-Syndrom und einigen verwandten Erkrankungen haben Probleme mit ihrer Lunge. Wenn Sie das Marfan-Syndrom haben, ist es wichtig, dass Sie einen Pneumologen (einen Spezialisten für Lungenkrankheiten) aufsuchen, wenn Sie den Verdacht haben, dass Sie Probleme mit Ihrer Lunge haben.
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