Marfan syndrome

A genetic syndrome inherited as an autosomal dominant trait. It is caused by mutations in the FBN1 gene. It is characterized by tall stature, elongated extremities, mitral valve prolapse, aortic dilatation, aortic dissection, and subluxation of the lens.

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Marfan syndrome and it's orthotics management.

Six years old boy visited my clinic for abnormal growth in bones of lower limbs and upper limbs as well as tendons and l...See More

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An informative case of Marian syndrome in a 6 year old boy. Marfan syndrome is a genetic condition that affects connective tissues. It can impact different parts of the human body, including the heart, blood vessels, lungs, skin, bones, joi...


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What is the most common cardiac lesion in Marfan syndrome?

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The most common cardiac lesions is dilatation of the aortic ring,sinuses of valsalva,and ascending aorta.the dilatation leads to progressive aortic regurgitation and may be complicated by acute aortic dissection.the risk of dissection is ma...


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Intraoperative view of scoliosis surgery. Scoliosis is a medical condition in which a person's spine has a sideways cu...See More

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Nice picture. Wonderful surgery .Thanks for sharing


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