Marfan syndrome is a genetic neuromuscular condition that causes abnormal weakness in the connective tissues that provide structure and support to the body. Since connective tissues cover the entire body, Marfan syndrome can affect multiple areas of the body, though children diagnosed with this condition may have varying effects. Features of the disorder are most often found in the heart, blood vessels, bones, joints and eyes.
Approximately one in 5,000 people have Marfan syndrome and about three out of four people with this condition inherit it, meaning they get the genetic mutation from a parent who has it.
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