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Marfan Syndrome
About Marfan Syndrome
A connective tissue disorder producing tall stature, long limbs, and fragile aortas. Abraham Lincoln is suspected to have had it. Untreated, the aorta can dissect in young adulthood. Modern monitoring and surgery allow a near normal lifespan.
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