Mitral valve replacement in a 12 year old boy with Marfan syndrome and severe mitral regurgitation

Abstract

A 12 year old boy with Marfan syndrome associated with severe mitral regurgitation underwent successful mitral valve replacement. Careful evaluation of the cardiovascular system and specific surgical intervention help long-term survival of patients.

Keywords

• Marfan syndrome
• Mitral regurgitation
• Mitral valve replacement