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22 October, 2025
Marfan syndrome: symptoms, diagnosis and specialized treatment at barnaclínic+
The Marfan Syndrome is a rare hereditary disease that affects the connective tissue — the “support structure” that keeps organs, blood vessels, and bones together. When this tissue does not function properly, it can cause alterations in different parts of the body, especially in the cardiovascular system. As explained by Dr. Elena Arbelo, cardiologist at barnaclínic+ and specialist in familial cardiomyopathies, “Marfan disease is an alteration of the connective tissue that mainly manifests at the level of the aorta, and what it can cause is a large dilation because the aorta, if it dilates too much and with this poor tissue quality, can rupture.” This dilation of the aorta — the large artery that carries blood from the heart — can be serious if not detected early. Therefore, early diagnosis and specialized follow-up are essential to prevent complications and maintain a good quality of life.
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11 October, 2022
Valvular diseases and arrhythmias, how to diagnose and treat them
The heart is a fundamental organ for our life. He is responsible for pumping the blood that carries oxygen and nutrients to all corners of our bodies. Therefore, its correct operation is vital. Some symptoms such as fatigue or an uneven pulse can warn us that there is a problem with this organ. Thanks to modern diagnostic imaging techniques, it is now possible to confirm these suspicions or reveal problems that may be present, such as valve disease or arrhythmia, quickly and easily.
“There are different imaging techniques that allow us to see the anatomy of the heart and, above all, cardiac function because they allow us to see its normal movement,” explains Dr Marta Sitges, director of the Cardiovascular Institute of the Barcelona Clínic and cardiologist at barnaclinic+.
