1. Marfan Syndrome
Elysia and Elise

2. ➢It's also called MFS
Any Other Names?

3. ➢This is inherited.
Why Would You Have It?

4. ➢Chromosomes 15 are mutated
What Chromosomes?

5. ➢Yes, it can be carried out approximately
10 to 12 weeks into the pregnancy.
Are there prenatal tests?

6. ➢Tall
➢Skinny
➢Long Arms
➢Long Legs
➢Long Fingers
➢Long Toes
➢Chest Cavity
What are the Symptoms?

7. ➢ 1 in 5,000 people have this syndrome including all
men and women of all races and ethnic groups.
➢ 3 out of 4 people with Marfan syndrome inherit it.
➢ 50% chance they will pass along the genetic
mutation each time they have a child.
What population is affected?

8. ➢It's passed down through genetics.
➢It is a dominate
How is it Inherited?

9. ➢Given some medication and some are
recommended a bracelet with a button to
press if they need help.
What medical assistance?

10. ➢Medication to keep blood pressure low
➢Eye Glasses or Contacts
➢Back Brace
➢Surgery
Are There Treatments?

11. ➢At the present, there is no way to prevent
Marfan Syndrome
Can it be prevented

12. ➢Yes, they are working on the cure
Research?

13. Mayo Clinic Staff. ¨Marfan Syndrome¨. mayoclinic.org. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. 2015.
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“How is Marfan Syndrome Treated?.” NHLBI.gov. 1 Oct. 2010. Web. 22 May 2015.
“What is Marfan Syndrome?” marfan.org. 2014. Web. 22 May 2015.
“Learning About Marfan Syndrome.” genome.gov. 21 April 2014. Web. 22 May 2015.
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