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Lucy Nam1, Prem Patel2, David Miranda1
1Division of Cardiac Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
JACC. Case Reports
|December 4, 2025
Summary
Marfan syndrome (MFS) patients face unpredictable vascular issues. Proactive, team-based care and vigilant surveillance are crucial for managing these progressive aortic complications.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Genetics
- Vascular Medicine
Background:
- Marfan syndrome is a genetic connective tissue disorder.
- It is characterized by progressive vascular complications, primarily aortic aneurysms.
- These vascular issues pose significant management challenges.
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