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MARFAN SYNDROME  

Marfan syndrome is a disease of the connective tissues that affects many sytems of the body including the cardiovasculat system and thus can be fatal. With rew advances in the medical field sufferers can enjoy a long life for which timely and proper diagnosis is necessary.

Approved in 1995 by the FDA, Losartan(Cozaar) has been used to treat hypertansion. Harry Dietz's team at JHMI has found that it can combat aortic anuerysms and aortic dissection, and can possibly eliminate the need for surgery in MFS patients.

Although Marfan's Syndrome readily presents outward signs, the internal complications, resulting from this connective tissue disorder, are far more complex than realized by most individuals.

This syndrome is names after Antonin Marfan who was a French pediatrician. It is considered to be rare. This syndrome is actually a genetic disorder.

A full biography of history's greatest violin virtuoso.

The old Hollywood depiction of ancient leaders of nations makes them appear to be the stereotypical dominant male with their wives taking a backseat role. Using Jung's theories on the minds of men (and women), we'd be smart to look at male leaders in a reverse way...

The testing of DNA that can be found in fingernails, hair clippings, and various other body parts has become a great help in proving someone guilty - or innocent - of having committed a crime.

A fan's thoughts about the closing of the Broadway production of RENT.

An aortic aneurysm is a bulge in the blood vessels leading from your aorta, which can exist without you knowing it. They can suddenly rupture, with tragic results.

Review and contact information for annual Labor Day festivals in Missouri, Arkansas, Iowa, Indiana, Oklahoma and Wyoming.

Heart disease can be prevented though - watching your weight and not smoking are two big steps in prevention.

Mitral Valve Prolapse is a heart disorder. As someone who has lived with the diagnosis of this disease for years, as well as studied it immensely over the years, I have quite a bit of knowledge about it. First, I will start with the definition. Then, signs, symptoms, manage

Arthritis continues to be a major health care concern in the United States in spite of intensified treatment research.