Fast Facts about Marfan Syndrome
Marfan syndrome is a disorder that affects connective tissue. It is usually passed from parent to child through the genes, but may result from a new gene mutation. Connective tissue supports many parts of your body. You can think of it as a type ... [... more]
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About Marfan Syndrome: What Treatment Options are Available?
The National Marfan Foundation is dedicated to saving lives, and improving the quality of life for individuals and families affected by the Marfan syndrome and related disorders. Our website has information on support services for Marfan ... [... more]
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"Marfan Syndrome"
Losartan Versus Atenolol for the Treatment of Marfan Syndrome Comparison of Two Medications Aimed at Slowing Aortic Root Enlargement in Individuals With Marfan Syndrome--Pediatric Heart Network Nebivolol Versus Losartan Versus Nebivolol+Losartan ... [... more]
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Marfan syndrome
Marfan syndrome - Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, treatment of this connective tissue disorder. Marfan syndrome is an inherited disorder that affects connective tissue - the fibers that provide the framework and support for your body. As ... [... more]
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Blood Pressure Drug Shows Promise for Marfan Syndrome
Losartan slowed aortic enlargement, most life-threatening defect of condition WEDNESDAY, June 25 (HealthDay News) -- The high blood pressure drug losartan shows promise in treating Marfan syndrome, according to a small study by Johns Hopkins ... [... more]
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Questions and Answers about Marfan Syndrome
This booklet answers general questions about Marfan syndrome. It describes the characteristics of the disorder, the diagnostic process, and ways to manage symptoms. If you have additional questions after reading this booklet, you may wish to ... [... more]
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Learning About Marfan Syndrome
Marfan syndrome is one of the most common inherited disorders of connective tissue. It is an autosomal dominant condition occurring once in every 10,000 to 20,000 individuals. There is a wide variability in clinical symptoms in Marfan syndrome ... [... more]
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The National Library of Medicine (NLM), on the campus of NIH in Bethesda, Maryland, is the world's largest medical library. It collects materials in all major areas of the health sciences and to a lesser degree in such areas as chemistry, ... [... more]
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