WebThe biomechanical alterations seen in the dermis and the cornea of dermatochalasis patients may therefore result from disruptions of these collagen and elastin fibers. 4,9–11 The corneal biomechanical properties are also related to several connective tissue and eyelid diseases such as Marfan syndrome (MS) and FES. 12,13 WebMar 3, 2024 · This study seeks to understand the biomechanical differences between aortic and neo-aortic pulmonary roots using a heart simulator. Methods Porcine aortic, neo-aortic pulmonary, and pulmonary roots (n = 6) were mounted in a heart simulator (parameters: 100 mm Hg, 37 °C, 70 cycles per minute, 5.0 L/min cardiac output).

Aortic biomechanical properties in pediatric patients with the marfan …

WebSep 1, 2016 · OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the potential value of transoesophageal echocardiography combined with automated border detection and acoustic quantification for the assessment of elastic properties of the thoracic aorta in patients with Marfan syndrome. SUBJECTS: 16 patients with Marfan syndrome and 12 age matched normal controls. WebMarfan syndrome is a variable, autosomal dominant connective tissue disorder, affecting mainly the cardiovascular system, eyes, and skeleton. The incidence is approximately 1 in 9800, and around 26% of cases … horsforth morrisons

Abnormal mechanical properties of the aorta in Marfan

WebOkamoto et al. [22] determined the mechanical properties of dilated ascending aorta, particularly in patients with Marfan syndrome and bicuspid aortic valves, and applied … WebCORNEA Ocular manifestation in Marfan syndrome: corneal biomechanical properties relate to increased systemic score points Dido Scheibenberger1,2 & Andreas Frings3 & … WebMarfan syndrome is an inherited systemic connective tissue disease which may lead to aortic root disease causing dilatation, dissection and rupture of the aorta. The standard treatment is a major operation involving either an artificial valve … horsforth morrisons opening times