About Marfan Syndrome
Marfan syndrome is a heritable disorder of connective tissue that affects many organ systems, including the skeleton, lungs, eyes, heart and blood vessels. The syndrome may go undiagnosed leading to premature death from cardiac complications. Routine cardiac care has been instrumental in greatly improving the lifespan of patients with Marfan syndrome.
The Marfan Clinic at The Children’s Hospital
The Marfan Clinic at The Children’s Hospital has been deemed the regional referral center for the Rocky Mountain region by the National Marfan Foundation. The clinic operates out of both The Children’s Hospital as well as the University of Colorado Hospital. State of the art equipment is available for cardiac evaluation of these patients. The clinic is involved in ongoing research of the cardiovascular aspects of Marfan syndrome including diagnostic testing to determine high risk patient subgroups. A multidisciplinary approach is used and patients are referred for genetic, orthopedic and ophthalmalogic evaulation as needed.
Resources for Families
For more information on Marfan syndrome, visit the National Marfan Foundation website.
