Marfan Syndrome - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Explore a comprehensive 16-minute video on Marfan Syndrome, delving into its genetic causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Learn about this autosomal dominant genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the FBN1 gene on chromosome 15, resulting in a defect in the Fibrillin-1 protein. Discover how this mutation leads to increased TGF-β and elastin defects, affecting various body systems. Understand the wide range of symptoms associated with Marfan syndrome, including skeletal abnormalities, cardiovascular issues, and ocular problems. Gain insights into the diagnostic criteria and treatment approaches for managing this connective tissue disorder. Enhance your knowledge of genetics and biochemistry related to Marfan syndrome, and its impact on elastic connective tissue and the extracellular matrix.