Dr. Venkat Polsani, Chief of Cardiovascular Imaging at Piedmont Heart Institute in Atlanta, provides an overview of the various types of aortic imaging most commonly used in people with Marfan, Loeys-Dietz, VEDS, and other genetic aortic and vascular condition and addresses questions from our community. Webinar recorded April 4, 2021.
Marfan syndrome and some related disorders can affect the eyes in many ways, causing dislocated lenses and other eye problems that can affect your sight. Except for dislocated lenses, these eye problems also occur in the general population, which is why doctors do not always realize they are caused by Marfan syndrome. It is important […]
Le syndrome de Marfan est une maladie génétique potentiellement mortelle qui touche le tissu conjonctif du corps. Reconnaître les signes du syndrome de Marfan, parvenir au diagnostic juste et recevoir le traitement nécessaire peuvent permettre aux personnes atteintes de vivre une existence longue et épanouie.
Marfan syndrome often causes problems in the bones and joints—in fact, these are often the features that first lead a person to suspect Marfan syndrome and seek a diagnosis.These features (called skeletal features) happen when bones grow extra-long or ligaments (connective tissue that holds joints together) become stretchy—like loose rubber bands. What are the common […]
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