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Management of aortic dilatation risk in Marfan syndrome

THE CONTEXT
Management combines preventive drug treatment, activity advice and surgery for progressive aortic dilatation.

Medical treatment and activity

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β-blockers or ARBs should be given to all patients with Marfan syndrome because they may reduce the risk of aortic dilatation.
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Activities associated with increases in cardiac output are best avoided.

Surgical management

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Aortic root replacement can be performed when aortic dilatation is progressive.
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