101. Children's Medical Center Dallas | Comprehensive Center For Heart Care marfan syndrome is a disorder involving the body s connective tissue. A defective (FBN1) gene associated with marfan syndrome affects the formation of a http://www.childrens.com/cardiology/diagnoses/marfan_syndrome.cfm

Overview Our Team Services Diagnoses ... Outcomes Marfan Syndrome What is marfan syndrome? marfan syndrome is a disorder involving the body's connective tissue. Connective tissue has many important functions, including the following: assisting with growth and development of the body's cells, both before and after birth supporting tissues in the body acting as an adhesive to hold certain tissues together protecting joints facilitating the passage of light through the eye A defective (FBN1) gene associated with marfan syndrome affects the formation of a protein in connective tissue called fibrillin, which impacts the integrity of many organs and structures in the body. Organs and body systems that can be impacted include, but are not limited to, the following: heart and major blood vessels lungs skeletal system spinal cord eyes skin According to the March of Dimes, at least one in 5,000 people in the US have Marfan syndrome. Marfan syndrome occurs in equal numbers in males and females, and also appears equally in all races and ethnic groups. It occurs in one in 20,000 livebirths. What causes marfan syndrome?

102. Marfan Syndrome This fact sheet on marfan syndrome is produced by the National Institute of It describes what marfan syndrome is, marfan syndrome characteristics, http://omni.ac.uk/browse/mesh/D008382.html

low graphics Marfan Syndrome Marfan Syndrome Marfan Syndrome / genetics broader: Connective Tissue Diseases other: Cartilage Diseases Cellulitis Dermatomyositis Dupuytren's Contracture ... Scleroderma, Systemic Marfan Syndrome Marfan Association UK The Web site for the Marfan Association in the UK, providing a fact sheet for patients about the syndrome, news, events, a contact list of support groups, and a list of publications. Organizations, Nonprofit Marfan Syndrome Great Britain Charities ... Questions and answers about Marfan syndrome This fact sheet on Marfan Syndrome is produced by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS). It describes what Marfan Syndrome is, Marfan Syndrome characteristics, causes, diagnosis, and available treatments. Produced in October 2001, there is additional information on Marfan Syndrome research and sources of help and support. Patient Education Handout [Publication Type] Marfan Syndrome Marfan Syndrome / genetics GeneReviews : congenital contractural arachnodactyly Notes for physicians on congenital contractural arachnodactyly (CCA, Beals Syndrome). This document includes diagnosis, a clinical description, differential diagnosis, management, genetic counselling, and molecular genetics. Posted in January 2001, this resource forms part of GeneReviews (formerly GeneClinics profile), a peer-reviewed clinical genetic information resource that is funded by the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) and produced by the University of Washington, Seattle. This resource contains a summary and bibliographical references of the review. Last updated in December 2004.

103. Marfan Syndrome marfan syndrome is a disorder involving the body s connective tissue. A defective (FBN1) gene associated with marfan syndrome affects the formation of a http://www.chw.org/display/PPF/DocID/3070/router.asp

Site Index The Heart Diagnosing and Evaluating Heart Disease in Children Heart Murmurs ... Cardiovascular Disorders : Marfan Syndrome E-mail this page Print this page Marfan Syndrome What is Marfan syndrome? Marfan syndrome is a disorder involving the body's connective tissue. Connective tissue has many important functions, including the following: Assisting with growth and development of the body's cells, both before and after birth. Supporting tissues in the body. Acting as an adhesive to hold certain tissues together. Protecting joints. Facilitating the passage of light through the eye. A defective (FBN1) gene associated with Marfan syndrome affects the formation of a protein in connective tissue called fibrillin, which impacts the integrity of many organs and structures in the body. Organs and body systems that can be impacted include, but are not limited to, the following: Heart and major blood vessels. Lungs. Skeletal system. Spinal cord. Eyes. Skin. An estimated 50,000 people in the United States have Marfan syndrome (or three out of every 5,000 people). Marfan syndrome occurs in equal numbers in males and females, and also appears equally in all races and ethnic groups. It occurs in one in 20,000 livebirths. What causes Marfan syndrome?

104. Marfan Syndrome And Mitral Valve Prolapse -- Weyman And Scherrer-Crosbie 114 (11 marfan syndrome is associated with mutations in Fibrillin1 (FBN1) on chromosome Second, severe mitral valve disorders in marfan syndrome are generally http://www.jci.org/cgi/content/full/114/11/1543

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105. Marfan Syndrome marfan syndrome is a rare connective tissue disorder that affects many organ In marfan syndrome, there is something wrong with the chemical makeup of http://healthgate.partners.org/browsing/browseContent.asp?fileName=11686.xml&tit

106. Marfan Syndrome Not Simple To Diagnose Louisville, Kentucky and Indiana news from The CourierJournal. http://www.courier-journal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20050224/FEATURES03/50

107. Booklets2000 Please help us by taking these surveys and explain your experiences with Connective Tissue Disorders like EhlersDanlos syndrome, marfan's syndrome, Stickler Involved syndrome, and Fibromyalgia. http://www.angelfire.com/il2/booklets2000/index.html

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108. Accueil   Accueil Le syndrome de marfan, r©seau de sp©cialistes, oeuvrer pour une vie confortable et de longue dur©e, le r´le des associations et du conseil scientifique de l'ASMMA http://www.orpha.net/associations/ASMAA/ASMAA.html

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109. Association Française De Syndrome De Marfan Informer, aider et soutenir les personnes atteintes du syndrome et leur famille. http://www.geocities.com/vivremarfan/

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110. Marfan Association UK :: Portal Information about the syndrome, its causes, symptoms and treatment; includes details of services and support offered, and a forum. http://www.marfan.org.uk/

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111. Doctors Try To Unravel The Marfan Mystery CNN http://cnn.com/2002/HEALTH/conditions/04/22/marfan.syndrome.ap/index.html

112. Hypermobility Forum For People With Marfan, EDS This is a moderated discussion board for Hypermobility syndrome, marfan, and EhlersDanlos. Includes personal experiences, traditional and alternative treatment, and pain. http://marge.com/hypermobility/

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113. Vivre Marfan des maladies, conseils aux patients, publications.......Vitrine de l'Association Fran§aise du syndrome de marfan (AFSM). http://www.vivremarfan.org/

Mis à jour le : Accueil Contact Faites un don Liens ... Conseils pratiques Accueil En quelques mots Le syndrome de Marfan est une atteinte des tissus conjonctifs qui touche environ 1 personne sur 5000, soit 12 000 personnes en France. Cela représente un nouveau-né tous les 2 jours ! Cette maladie génétique est due à une production anormale de fibrilline, protéine indispensable aux tissus de soutien de l’organisme. Elle peut toucher à la fois les ligaments, les os, les yeux, l’appareil pulmonaire, et surtout l’aorte : une fois le diagnostic établi, un suivi médical régulier devient indispensable. L’Association française du syndrome de Marfan (AFSM), créée en 1995, a pour principaux objectifs de soutenir et d’informer les familles touchées par la maladie, notamment via son réseau d’aide et de soutien (espace rencontres) et ses diverses publications.

114. Marfan's Syndrome -- ECureMe.com , symptoms, diagnoses, treatment and other information with a couple of similar disorders for comparison....... http://www.ecureme.com/emyhealth/data/Marfan's_Syndrome.asp

DisplayAd("468","60"); eCureMe Life : Your Healthy Living. Click Here! Welcome, eCureMe.com Select a Health Topic ADD/ADHD Allergy Alternative Medicine Arthritis Asthma Beyond Dieting Body Aches and Pains Breast Cancer Cancer Awareness Cardio Health Children's Health Colon Cancer Contraception COPD/Emphysema Dental Health Diabetes Elder Care Emergency Room Epilepsy Erectile Dysfunction Eye Care Fertility Fitness Gastrointestinal Health Glands and Hormones Gynecologic Health Hair Loss Headache Healthcare Today Healthy Aging HIV and AIDS Infectious Diseases Kidney Health Leukemia Liver Health Lung Cancer Lymphoma Multiple Sclerosis Men's Health Mental Health Nutrition Osteoporosis Parkinson's Disease Sexual Health Skin Health Sleep Disorders Special Events Stroke Surgeries and Procedures Teen Health Thyroid Health Urologic Health Vascular Disease Women's Health Workplace Health September 9, 2005 eCureMe Life Medical Supplies Calorie Count Physician Search ... Hospital Directory Marfan's Syndrome more about Marfan's Syndrome Marfan's Syndrome is an inherited (autosomal dominant) disorder, caused by a defective gene involved with the production of fibrillin. Fibrillin makes up part of connective tissue in the body, such as the blood vessels, eye lenses, and ligaments. Patient has long, thin arms, legs, fingers, and toes.

115. Hypermobility Forum For People With Marfan, EDS This is a moderated discussion board for Hypermobility syndrome, marfan, and EhlersDanlos. Includes personal experiences, traditional and alternative treatment, and pain management tips from fellow patients. http://www.marge.com/hypermobility/

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116. Marfan Life Including lists of penpals and other ways to connect with the community as well as information about the syndrome. http://www.marfanlife.org

Symptoms: Tall, thin stature ~ Long fingers ~ Unusually long arms and legs ~ Curvature of the spine Chest bone that curves inward or outward ~ Flat feet or high arches ~ Nearsightedness Weakening of the connective tissue, most dangerously of the aorta For medical information about the Marfan syndrome, visit the National Marfan Foundation What is Marfan syndrome? Marfan Life Forum (includes penpals) ... Jeanette Navia Books of Interest Roanne Weisman and her son have Marfan, and in some sections of the book they share their experiences. Amazon.com The Truth About Chronic Pain A whole chapter is about Mathew Rudes' experiences. Mathew was born with severe Marfan symptoms. The Official Patient's Sourcebook on Marfan Syndrome I have not read this book and do not necessarily recommend it. You may want to see John's review of it at the bottom of Amazon.com's page. Archives Project Blog 2004 posts Blogathon 2003 posts February 2003 March 2003 ... September 2005 Marfan Life Blog (news stories, events, newly discovered links) Wednesday, September 07, 2005

117. Eye Findings In Marfan's Syndrome - Artigos Originais - Medstudents marfan s syndrome is a heritable disorder of connective tissue with characteristic skeletal, cardiovascular, and ocular manifestations. http://www.medstudents.com.br/original/revisao/marfan/marfan.htm

Ophthalmology Home Search Eye Findings in Marfan's syndrome Author: Mirelle Langier Benchimol Ophthalmology Resident - The Federal University of Rio de Janeiro - Brazil Marfan's Syndrome is a heritable disorder of connective tissue with characteristic skeletal, cardiovascular, and ocular manifestations. Dislocation of the lens is a frequent finding.Since the syndrome is inherited in an autossomal dominant fashion with a high degree of penetrance, other family members are frequently found to be affected. In the classic form, Marfan's syndrome is characterized by the following: Cardiac anomalies such as aneurysms of the ascending aorta and aortic regurgitation. Skeletal anomalies in which the patient's limbs are long compared with the trunk. Arachnodactyly, pectus deformities, mild joint laxity and high arched palate are also seen.Muscular underdevelopment, leading to a high incidence of hernias. The characteristic eye findings in Marfan's syndrome include: Lens subluxation, angle anomaly, glaucoma, hypoplasia of dilator muscle, axial myopia and retinal detachment. Subluxation of the lens is the most common ocular abnormality (fig1.), wich is bilateral, symetrical, and upward is present in 80% of cases. The dislocation may be complete, with the lens floating free within the vitreous cavity.Iridodonesis(tremulousness of the iris) may occur from nonsupport of the overlying iris by the lens.

118. HON Mother & Child Glossary, Hereditary Musculoskeletal Disorders: Marfan's Synd marfan s syndrome is an uncommon, inheritable disorder that affects the marfan s syndrome is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait but may also http://www.hon.ch/Dossier/MotherChild/child_musculoskeletal/muscoskel_marfan.htm

Introduction Reproduction Pregnancy During Pregnancy ... Glossary A-Z Childhood Illness Bacteria Virus Cancer Gastrointestinal ... Mental Health Hereditary Musculoskeletal Disorders: Marfan's Syndrome Description Marfan syndrome is a heritable condition caused by a defect in the gene that determines the structure of fibrillin , a protein that is an important part of connective tissue . The primary purpose of connective tissue is to hold the body together and provide a framework for growth and development. In Marfan syndrome, the connective tissue is defective and does not act as it should. Because connective tissue is found throughout the body, Marfan syndrome can affect many body systems, including the skeleton, eyes, heart and blood vessels, nervous system, skin, and lungs. Marfan syndrome affects men, women, and children, and has been found among people of all races and ethnic backgrounds. It is estimated that at least 25,000 people in the United States have the disease. Symptoms and Signs Marfan syndrome affects different people in different ways. Some people have only mild symptoms, while others are more severely affected. In most cases, the disease progresses as the person ages. The body systems most often affected by Marfan syndrome are:

119. Marfan''s Syndrome This is the homepage for the Virginia Childrens Heart Center. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/internet/childrens-heart/pted/pcdt019.cfm

[ Skip Navigation ] Health System Home For Health Answers Healthcare Professionals ... Advanced Search Health System Search Search for Information People UVa Home Health System News Health System Events (all) Health System Publications ... Site Index Site Search Search this site: Return to the Patient Education Guide Index Marfan's Syndrome Nancy McDaniel M.D. In this heart defect the heart has four chambers and four valves. The heart defect is an enlargement of the body artery (aorta) just above the aortic valve. Part of the aorta which goes to the upper body can be enlarged as well. Marfan's syndrome comes from a genetic defect of the tissue that is the support system for the organs of the body (connective tissue). People with Marfan's syndrome often are very tall with very flexible joints (double jointed) and often have eye problems requiring glasses and sometimes surgery. Evaluation by a genetics doctor is recommended. Some heart doctors recommend medicine to try and prevent the aorta from continuing to get bigger. Sometimes the aorta has to be replaced with an operation. Competitive sports are usually not recommended. Dilated sinuses of Valsalva Dilated aorta Normal Heart Print this Page Email this Page UVa Children's Hospital Heart Center Box 800386 Charlottesville , VA 22908 fax: 434-924-5656 For comments and suggestions about this page: Susan Wilmer Last Modified: March 18 2003 of the University of Virginia About This Site

120. AussieBillaBong Single mothers fight with Cystic Fibrosis and Marfans syndrome, affecting one lung. http://www.angelfire.com/ms2/CysticFibrosisMarfan/index.html

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