variants were identified in known EDS and Loeys-Dietz (LDS) genes. Multiple variants of uncertain significance where segregation and functional analysis may enable reclassification were found in genes ...

Patients with connective tissue syndromes including Ehlers–Danlos, Marfan syndrome, Loeys–Dietz, Alport ... in the Western world are caused by weak and defective aortic structure (99). Thoracic aortic ...

New 20-year data show a survival rate of 90% with few repeat surgeries after this complex operation that can only be performed by highly trained specialists.

Recent studies show that hyperactivation of mTOR (mammalian target of rapamycin) signaling plays a causal role in the development of thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection ... mitigate AA progression ...

Kyle Sandilands has revealed the list of very specific things he can no longer do after being diagnosed with a brain aneurysm. The radio star, 53, told his co-host Jackie O Henderson the doctor ...

Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus. This condition is common among women and often leads to severe pain and fertility issues for many.

Asperger's syndrome refers to a high-functioning form of autism. Although it was once classified as its own condition, Asperger’s is no longer an official diagnosis in the Diagnostic and ...

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aimed to predict BAV most feared complications (mainly aortic aneurysm and dissection), and make decisions on the best options and timing for aortic surgery (based on individualized genetic risk ...

radboudumc.nl Background Women with Turner syndrome (TS) are at increased risk of aortic dissection, which is related to ascending aortic diameter. However, the relation between aortic diameter and ...

Background Blunt thoracic aortic injury (BTAI) is an uncommon diagnosis, usually developing as a consequence of high-impact acceleration–deceleration mechanisms. Timely diagnosis may enable early ...