Best Doctors for Marfan Syndrome in Hyderabad

Types/Stages of Marfan Syndrome

Marfan Syndrome does not have specific types or stages but rather manifests differently in each individual. The severity and the specific body parts affected vary greatly between individuals, making it a complex condition to manage and treat.

Symptoms of Marfan Syndrome

Symptoms of Marfan Syndrome could range from physical characteristics to cardiovascular issues. Some commonly observed symptoms include:

• Physical indicators such as long limbs, slender fingers, and unusually tall stature.

• Cardiovascular symptoms like undue fatigue, palpitations, and aortic aneurysm.

• Eye-related issues such as nearsightedness and early-onset glaucoma.

• Other symptoms include joint pain, muscle weakness, scoliosis and back pain.

Tests to Diagnose Marfan Syndrome

At Apollo Hospitals, the diagnosis of Marfan syndrome is based on a combination of physical examination, family history and genetic testing:

• Physical Examination: This involves checking for physical characteristics associated with Marfan syndrome such as long limbs, slender fingers, and tall stature.

• Family History: A thorough review of family medical history to identify other individuals with Marfan syndrome.

• Genetic Testing: It involves DNA analysis to identify mutations in the FBN1 gene.

• Imaging Tests: Echocardiogram to evaluate heart function and aortic size; CT or MRI scans to evaluate spinal curvature and dural ectasia.

Treatment or Surgery Options for Marfan Syndrome at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad

Marfan syndrome treatment aims not at a cure but at managing symptoms and preventing complications. At Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, we provide comprehensive treatment options:

• Lifestyle Changes: Patients are advised to avoid heavy physical activity, maintain a healthy weight, quit smoking, manage stress, and avoid heavy lifting and bending.

• Medications: Beta-blockers to reduce blood pressure and relieve cardiovascular strain; antibiotics before surgery to prevent infections; medications for managing glaucoma and cataracts.

• Surgical Options: Procedures like heart valve repair or replacement, aortic aneurysm repair or replacement are performed by the best Marfan Syndrome treatment doctors. Spinal surgeries for scoliosis or dural ectasia, eye surgeries for detached retina are also offered.