Health Supervision for Children and Adolescents With Marfan Syndrome

Marfan syndrome is a heritable connective tissue disorder that affects many different organ systems. In some cases, features of Marfan syndrome can be recognized at birth, but the majority will have manifestations that emerge throughout childhood and into adulthood. Significant morbidity and mortali...

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Published inPediatrics (Evanston) Vol. 151; no. 4; p. 1
Main Authors Tinkle, Brad T, Lacro, Ronald V, Burke, Leah W
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States American Academy of Pediatrics 01.04.2023
Subjects
Adolescent
Child
Children
Connective tissue diseases
Humans
Infant, Newborn
Marfan syndrome
Marfan Syndrome - complications
Marfan Syndrome - diagnosis
Marfan Syndrome - therapy
Morbidity
Multidisciplinary teams
Pediatricians
Pediatrics
Quality of Life
Teenagers
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Summary:Marfan syndrome is a heritable connective tissue disorder that affects many different organ systems. In some cases, features of Marfan syndrome can be recognized at birth, but the majority will have manifestations that emerge throughout childhood and into adulthood. Significant morbidity and mortality are associated with this syndrome, and its features are best managed using a multidisciplinary approach. This clinical report is designed to assist the pediatrician in recognizing the features of Marfan syndrome as well as caring for the individual with Marfan syndrome to maximize their health and quality of life.
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ISSN:0031-4005
1098-4275
DOI:10.1542/peds.2023-061450