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Marfan’s syndrome

 
Dental Dictionary: Marfan’s syndrome

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A hereditary disorder of connective tissue characterized by tall stature, elongated extremities, subluxation of the lens, dilatation of the ascending aorta, and “pigeon breast.” Marfan’s syndrome is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait.

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