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12 children with Marfan syndrome in Ordu: half had widening at the root of the main artery
A study published in a journal and reviewed by independent scientists. Even so, a single study is not conclusive; it needs to be replicated.
The heart findings of children with Marfan syndrome were studied at Ordu University. The study included 12 children. In six children, the root of the main artery was widened. All of these children also had heart valve prolapse. Two children had surgery.
What does it mean for patients and families?
In Marfan syndrome, the heart, eyes and skeleton should be monitored regularly. This is a small study. Your pediatric cardiologist will decide how often checkups are needed.
Source
PubMed (Medicine): Marfan syndrome and cardiovascular findings in children.
Scientific paper: Marfan syndrome and cardiovascular findings in children. Medicine, 2026. DOI: 10.1097/MD.0000000000048299 · PubMed 41961718
The source page was opened and read on October 7, 2026. Summary prepared by the Doktorclub editorial team and translated from Turkish; it has not yet been reviewed by a physician (a scientific board is being set up).
This page is translated from the Turkish original.
Related disease: Marfan syndrome
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