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Hemodynamic Precision in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit using Targeted Neonatal Echocardiography
Published on: January 27, 2023
Neonatal Marfan Syndrome
Eleonora Tognato1, Anna Perona1, Angela Aronica1
1Division of Pediatrics and Neonatology, Department of Maternal and Infant Medicine, Degli Infermi Hospital, Biella, Italy.
Objective:
The Marfan syndrome (MFS) is an autosomal dominant disorder of connective tissue resulting from pathogenic variants of the fibrillin-1 gene (FBN1) with skeletal, cardiac, and ocular involvement.
Study Design:
We report on a full-term male neonate, who showed at birth characteristics and dysmorphisms suggestive of nMFS, combined with the detection of severe cardiovascular disease. A multidisciplinary team made up of neonatologists and pediatricians, cardiologists, geneticists, ophtalmologists, physiatrists and physioterapists was formed to manage this patient.
Results And Conclusion:
Early diagnosis of this rare condition is critical for adequate treatment and specific follow-up, and impacts significantly on prognosis.
Insights
Early diagnosis of Marfan syndrome (MFS) in neonates is crucial. This case highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach for managing severe cardiovascular disease in infants with MFS.
Area of Science:
- Genetics and Molecular Biology
- Cardiology
- Neonatology
Background:
- Marfan syndrome (MFS) is an autosomal dominant connective tissue disorder.
- It results from pathogenic variants in the fibrillin-1 gene (FBN1).
- MFS commonly involves skeletal, cardiac, and ocular systems.
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