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Marfan Syndrome vs. Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome - Biochemistry and Genetics

Medicosis Perfectionalis via YouTube

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Explore the key differences between Marfan Syndrome and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome in this informative 12-minute video. Delve into the biochemistry and genetics behind these connective tissue disorders, focusing on the elastin defect in Marfan Syndrome and the collagen defect in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Learn about the autosomal dominant inheritance patterns, specific gene mutations, and resulting protein defects associated with each condition. Discover the characteristic symptoms and clinical manifestations, including skeletal abnormalities, cardiovascular complications, and body habitus changes. Gain a comprehensive understanding of these important genetic diseases and their impact on connective tissue structure and function.

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Marfan Syndrome vs. Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome - Biochemistry and Genetics

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Medicosis Perfectionalis

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