1. Marfan syndrome

Keywords: Marfan’s Syndrome, aortic dissection Background Marfan’s Syndrome is an inherited autosomal dominant disorder of connective tissue, that affects many organs including the cardiovascular, ocular, skeletal and pulmonary system, the skin and the dura. The classical cardiovascular manifestations of Marfan’s Syndrome are mitral valve prolapse and aortic root dilation, leading to aneurysm and dissection. Regular control studies such as echocardiography, magnetic resonance and computed tomography are required in patients with this disease. Case description A 54-year-old Caucasian female with Marfan’s …