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How Marfan Syndrome Affects Your Heart and Blood Vessels

July 26, 2017

Marfan syndrome is a rare disorder than can cause serious problems in your heart and blood vessels. Learn more about this condition and its treatment. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: aortic aneurysm, aortic dissection, Marfan Syndrome
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4 Facts About Bicuspid Aortic Valve

July 5, 2017

Some people can have a bicuspid aortic valve and never know it. Discover more about the condition, including bicuspid aortic valve symptoms. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: aortic aneurysm, bicuspid aortic valve, congenital heart defect, heart failure, shortness of breath, surgery
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What Is an Aortic Aneurysm?

September 18, 2015

Learn about aortic aneurysms and how to recognize the signs of this serious condition. Discover the types, symptoms, and treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, aorta, aortic aneurysm, Atherosclerosis, hardening of arteries, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, ruptured aortic aneurysm, smoking, Thoracic aortic aneurysm
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