Marfan syndrome in the parturient.
Early recognition of the Marfan Syndrome and knowledge of its potentially lethal complications facilitates successful treatment of these individuals. It is through a joint effort by many specialist physicians such as the obstetrician, cardiologist, and anesthesiologist that these patients can be managed safely through pregnancy, labor, and delivery.
Bailey
M K
MK
Hwu-Yun
R
R
Baker
J D
JD
Cooke
J E
JE
Conroy
J M
JM
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008382:Marfan Syndrome; D007744:Obstetric Labor Complications; D011247:Pregnancy; D011249:Pregnancy Complications, Cardiovascular