Marfan Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
What is the genetic componet of marfan syndrome?
A
Autosomal dominant
2
Q
What organs are involved in marfan syndrome?
A
Eye Skeleton Heart Aorta Lung Skin
3
Q
What are the s/s of the heart in marfan syndrome?
A
- MVP
- Aortic root dilation
4
Q
What are the s/s of the lung in marfan syndrome?
A
- Spontaneous pneumothorax
- Sleep apnea
5
Q
What are the s/s of the skin in marfan syndrome?
A
Striae atrophicae
6
Q
What are the s/s of the eye in marfan syndrome?
A
- Lens displacement
- Risk of retinal detachment
7
Q
What are the s/s of the MSK in marfan syndrome?
A
- Increased limb and finger length/sternal deformity
- Ligamentous laxity
8
Q
What are the s/s of the mouth/throat in marfan syndrome?
A
- Arched palate
- Crowded dentition
- Malocclusion
9
Q
What is involved in diagnostic testing of marfan syndrome?
A
Ophthalmologic exam with pupil dilation
Transthoracic Echo
