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Marfan Syndrome

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About Marfan Syndrome  External Link

The Marfan syndrome is a heritable condition that affects the connective tissue. The primary purpose of connective tissue is to hold the body together and provide a framework for growth and developmen... Details >

National Marfan Foundation  External Link

Living with Marfan Syndrome: Physical Activity Guidelines  External Link

Exercise is beneficial to both the physical and emotional well-being of people living with Marfan syndrome. This document offers physical activity modifications that permit safer exercise.... Details >

National Marfan Foundation  External Link

Marfan Syndrome  External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

This public health education information fact sheet provides general information on Marfan Syndrome including causes, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.... Details >

March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation  External Link

National Volunteer Network – National Marfan Foundation  External Link

The National Marfan Foundation offers contact information for state chapters, network groups, support groups, and telephone support contacts.... Details >

National Marfan Foundation  External Link

What Is Marfan Syndrome?

This publication discusses marfan syndrome, a disorder of connective tissue. Connective tissue holds all the parts of your body together and helps control growth. Connective tissue gets some of its st... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health