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[Clinical aspects of Marfan syndrome].
Ugeskrift for laeger - 31 Jan 2011
Belsing Tina Zimmermann, Lund Allan Meldgaard, Søndergaard Lars, Friis-Hansen Lennart, Abildstrøm Steen Zabell
Abstract excerpt
Marfan syndrome (MFS) and MFS-related diseases are inherited connective tissue disorders involving several organ systems. The diagnosis of MFS is difficult as the many symptoms overlap with those of other systemic connective tissue diseases. The phenotype is progressive. Effective surgical therapy and standardized follow-up programs have led to an improved lifespan for the affected individuals. Selective...
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