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Jouini S, Milleron O, Eliahou L, Jondeau G, Vitiello D. Online Personal Training in Patients With Marfan Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Study of Its Impact on Quality of Life and Physical Capacity. J Am Heart Assoc 2024; 13:e033024. [PMID: 39291498 DOI: 10.1161/jaha.123.033024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2023] [Accepted: 07/10/2024] [Indexed: 09/19/2024]
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BACKGROUND Marfan syndrome (MFS) is a genetic disorder affecting the vascular and musculoskeletal systems. Limited knowledge exists regarding the exercise benefits for this population. This study aimed to explore the impact of a structured exercise program on the quality of life (QoL) and physical capabilities of patients with MFS. METHODS AND RESULTS This was a randomized, controlled, parallel-group trial. Patients with MFS were randomized in a 1:1 ratio to either a training group or a control group. The trial included a 3-month online supervised training program. Seventy patients with MFS were compared with healthy subjects. They were randomized into a training group (MFS-T) and a control group (MFS-C). The training consisted of 2 supervised online sessions weekly for 3 months. The primary outcome was QoL, assessed using the Medical Outcomes Study Short-Form 36 questionnaire. Baseline QoL in all dimensions was lower in patients with MFS. Their peak oxygen uptake was 25% lower, and muscle elasticity was diminished compared with healthy subjects. Postintervention, significant improvements were observed in the MFS-T group relative to the MFS-C group: QoL (+20.2±14.3 versus +0.7±0.5), peak oxygen uptake (+34% versus +14%), muscle elasticity index (11.5±8.2 versus +1.2±1.7), reduced blood pressures during isometric squats (systolic -19±30 versus 0±6; diastolic -27±39 versus +2±15), and reduced pulse wave velocity at rest (-1.20±1.89 versus -0.40±1.61) and postexercise (-0.42±0.45 versus +0.08±0.48). The aortic diameter remained stable in both groups (MFS-T-0.19±1.1 versus MFS-C+0.11±0.78). After training, QoL remained lower in MFS-T than in healthy subjects, but peak oxygen uptake, pulse wave velocity at rest, and postexercise were similar to those of healthy subjects. CONCLUSIONS The 3-month online training program significantly enhanced QoL and cardiovascular/muscular metrics in patients with MFS without affecting aortic root diameter, suggesting its potential as part of a management strategy for MFS. REGISTRATION URL: https://www.clinicaltrials.gov; Unique identifier: NCT04553094.
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- Steeve Jouini
- Université Paris Cité, URP 3625-Institut des Sciences du Sport Santé de Paris (I3SP) Paris France
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- Centre national de référence pour le syndrome de Marfan et pathologies apparentés Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Hôpital Bichat Paris France
- Service de Cardiologie, Centre National de Référence Pour le Syndrome de Marfan et Apparentés AP-HP, Hôpital Bichat Paris France
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- Centre national de référence pour le syndrome de Marfan et pathologies apparentés Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Hôpital Bichat Paris France
- Service de Cardiologie, Centre National de Référence Pour le Syndrome de Marfan et Apparentés AP-HP, Hôpital Bichat Paris France
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- Centre national de référence pour le syndrome de Marfan et pathologies apparentés Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Hôpital Bichat Paris France
- Service de Cardiologie, Centre National de Référence Pour le Syndrome de Marfan et Apparentés AP-HP, Hôpital Bichat Paris France
- Laboratory for Vascular Translational Science Université Paris Cité, INSERM U1148, Hôpital Bichat-Claude-Bernard Paris France
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- Université Paris Cité, URP 3625-Institut des Sciences du Sport Santé de Paris (I3SP) Paris France
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Isselbacher EM, Preventza O, Hamilton Black J, Augoustides JG, Beck AW, Bolen MA, Braverman AC, Bray BE, Brown-Zimmerman MM, Chen EP, Collins TJ, DeAnda A, Fanola CL, Girardi LN, Hicks CW, Hui DS, Schuyler Jones W, Kalahasti V, Kim KM, Milewicz DM, Oderich GS, Ogbechie L, Promes SB, Ross EG, Schermerhorn ML, Singleton Times S, Tseng EE, Wang GJ, Woo YJ, Faxon DP, Upchurch GR, Aday AW, Azizzadeh A, Boisen M, Hawkins B, Kramer CM, Luc JGY, MacGillivray TE, Malaisrie SC, Osteen K, Patel HJ, Patel PJ, Popescu WM, Rodriguez E, Sorber R, Tsao PS, Santos Volgman A, Beckman JA, Otto CM, O'Gara PT, Armbruster A, Birtcher KK, de Las Fuentes L, Deswal A, Dixon DL, Gorenek B, Haynes N, Hernandez AF, Joglar JA, Jones WS, Mark D, Mukherjee D, Palaniappan L, Piano MR, Rab T, Spatz ES, Tamis-Holland JE, Woo YJ. 2022 ACC/AHA guideline for the diagnosis and management of aortic disease: A report of the American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology Joint Committee on Clinical Practice Guidelines. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2023; 166:e182-e331. [PMID: 37389507 PMCID: PMC10784847 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtcvs.2023.04.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/01/2023]
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AIM The "2022 ACC/AHA Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Aortic Disease" provides recommendations to guide clinicians in the diagnosis, genetic evaluation and family screening, medical therapy, endovascular and surgical treatment, and long-term surveillance of patients with aortic disease across its multiple clinical presentation subsets (ie, asymptomatic, stable symptomatic, and acute aortic syndromes). METHODS A comprehensive literature search was conducted from January 2021 to April 2021, encompassing studies, reviews, and other evidence conducted on human subjects that were published in English from PubMed, EMBASE, the Cochrane Library, CINHL Complete, and other selected databases relevant to this guideline. Additional relevant studies, published through June 2022 during the guideline writing process, were also considered by the writing committee, where appropriate. STRUCTURE Recommendations from previously published AHA/ACC guidelines on thoracic aortic disease, peripheral artery disease, and bicuspid aortic valve disease have been updated with new evidence to guide clinicians. In addition, new recommendations addressing comprehensive care for patients with aortic disease have been developed. There is added emphasis on the role of shared decision making, especially in the management of patients with aortic disease both before and during pregnancy. The is also an increased emphasis on the importance of institutional interventional volume and multidisciplinary aortic team expertise in the care of patients with aortic disease.
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Isselbacher EM, Preventza O, Hamilton Black J, Augoustides JG, Beck AW, Bolen MA, Braverman AC, Bray BE, Brown-Zimmerman MM, Chen EP, Collins TJ, DeAnda A, Fanola CL, Girardi LN, Hicks CW, Hui DS, Schuyler Jones W, Kalahasti V, Kim KM, Milewicz DM, Oderich GS, Ogbechie L, Promes SB, Gyang Ross E, Schermerhorn ML, Singleton Times S, Tseng EE, Wang GJ, Woo YJ. 2022 ACC/AHA Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Aortic Disease: A Report of the American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology Joint Committee on Clinical Practice Guidelines. Circulation 2022; 146:e334-e482. [PMID: 36322642 PMCID: PMC9876736 DOI: 10.1161/cir.0000000000001106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 477] [Impact Index Per Article: 238.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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AIM The "2022 ACC/AHA Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Aortic Disease" provides recommendations to guide clinicians in the diagnosis, genetic evaluation and family screening, medical therapy, endovascular and surgical treatment, and long-term surveillance of patients with aortic disease across its multiple clinical presentation subsets (ie, asymptomatic, stable symptomatic, and acute aortic syndromes). METHODS A comprehensive literature search was conducted from January 2021 to April 2021, encompassing studies, reviews, and other evidence conducted on human subjects that were published in English from PubMed, EMBASE, the Cochrane Library, CINHL Complete, and other selected databases relevant to this guideline. Additional relevant studies, published through June 2022 during the guideline writing process, were also considered by the writing committee, where appropriate. Structure: Recommendations from previously published AHA/ACC guidelines on thoracic aortic disease, peripheral artery disease, and bicuspid aortic valve disease have been updated with new evidence to guide clinicians. In addition, new recommendations addressing comprehensive care for patients with aortic disease have been developed. There is added emphasis on the role of shared decision making, especially in the management of patients with aortic disease both before and during pregnancy. The is also an increased emphasis on the importance of institutional interventional volume and multidisciplinary aortic team expertise in the care of patients with aortic disease.
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- AHA/ACC Joint Committee on Clinical Data Standards liaison
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- AHA/ACC Joint Committee on Clinical Practice Guidelines liaison
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Isselbacher EM, Preventza O, Hamilton Black Iii J, Augoustides JG, Beck AW, Bolen MA, Braverman AC, Bray BE, Brown-Zimmerman MM, Chen EP, Collins TJ, DeAnda A, Fanola CL, Girardi LN, Hicks CW, Hui DS, Jones WS, Kalahasti V, Kim KM, Milewicz DM, Oderich GS, Ogbechie L, Promes SB, Ross EG, Schermerhorn ML, Times SS, Tseng EE, Wang GJ, Woo YJ. 2022 ACC/AHA Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Aortic Disease: A Report of the American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology Joint Committee on Clinical Practice Guidelines. J Am Coll Cardiol 2022; 80:e223-e393. [PMID: 36334952 PMCID: PMC9860464 DOI: 10.1016/j.jacc.2022.08.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 138] [Impact Index Per Article: 69.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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AIM The "2022 ACC/AHA Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Aortic Disease" provides recommendations to guide clinicians in the diagnosis, genetic evaluation and family screening, medical therapy, endovascular and surgical treatment, and long-term surveillance of patients with aortic disease across its multiple clinical presentation subsets (ie, asymptomatic, stable symptomatic, and acute aortic syndromes). METHODS A comprehensive literature search was conducted from January 2021 to April 2021, encompassing studies, reviews, and other evidence conducted on human subjects that were published in English from PubMed, EMBASE, the Cochrane Library, CINHL Complete, and other selected databases relevant to this guideline. Additional relevant studies, published through June 2022 during the guideline writing process, were also considered by the writing committee, where appropriate. STRUCTURE Recommendations from previously published AHA/ACC guidelines on thoracic aortic disease, peripheral artery disease, and bicuspid aortic valve disease have been updated with new evidence to guide clinicians. In addition, new recommendations addressing comprehensive care for patients with aortic disease have been developed. There is added emphasis on the role of shared decision making, especially in the management of patients with aortic disease both before and during pregnancy. The is also an increased emphasis on the importance of institutional interventional volume and multidisciplinary aortic team expertise in the care of patients with aortic disease.
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Selamet Tierney ES, Chung S, Stauffer KJ, Brabender J, Collins RT, Folk R, Li W, Murthy AK, Murphy DJ, Esfandiarei M. Can 10 000 Healthy Steps a Day Slow Aortic Root Dilation in Pediatric Patients With Marfan Syndrome? J Am Heart Assoc 2022; 11:e027598. [PMID: 36453629 PMCID: PMC9851465 DOI: 10.1161/jaha.122.027598] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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Background Stiffer aortas are associated with a faster rate of aortic root (AoR) dilation and higher risk of aortic dissection in patients with Marfan syndrome. We have previously shown that mild aerobic exercise reduces aortic stiffness and rate of AoR dilation in a Marfan mouse model. In this study, we investigated if these results could be translated to pediatric patients with Marfan syndrome. Methods and Results We enrolled 24 patients with Marfan syndrome aged 8 to 19 years to participate in a 6-month physical activity intervention, excluding those with ventricular dysfunction or prior history of aortic surgery. We instructed patients to take 10 000 steps per day, tracked by an activity tracker. At baseline and 6 months, we measured AoR dimension, arterial stiffness, endothelial function, physical activity indices, inflammatory biomarkers, and coping scores. Controls consisted of 15 age-matched patients with Marfan syndrome. Twenty-four patients with Marfan syndrome (median age, 14.4 years [interquartile range {IQR}, 12.2-16.8], 14 male patients) were enrolled. Baseline assessment demonstrated that the majority of these patients were sedentary and had abnormal arterial health. Twenty-two patients completed the intervention and took an average of 7709±2177 steps per day (median, 7627 [IQR, 6344-9671]). Patients wore their Garmin trackers at a median of 92.8% (IQR, 84%-97%) of their intervention days. AoR Z score in the intervention group had a significantly lower rate of change per year compared with the controls (rate of change, -0.24 versus +0.008; P=0.01). Conclusions In this clinical intervention in pediatric patients with Marfan syndrome, we demonstrated that a simple physical activity intervention was feasible in this population and has the potential to decrease the AoR dilation rate. REGISTRATION URL: https://www.clinicaltrials.gov; Unique identifier: NCT03567460.
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- Elif Seda Selamet Tierney
- Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Department of PediatricsStanford University Medical CenterPalo AltoCA
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- Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Department of PediatricsStanford University Medical CenterPalo AltoCA
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- Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Department of PediatricsStanford University Medical CenterPalo AltoCA
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- Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Department of PediatricsStanford University Medical CenterPalo AltoCA
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- Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Department of PediatricsStanford University Medical CenterPalo AltoCA
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- Biomedical Sciences Program, Midwestern UniversityGlendaleAZ
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- College of Veterinary MedicineMidwestern UniversityGlendaleAZ
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- Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Department of PediatricsStanford University Medical CenterPalo AltoCA
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Heidi J, Gry V, Lidal IB. Pain and fatigue in adults with Loeys-Dietz syndrome and vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, a questionnaire-based study. Am J Med Genet A 2022; 188:2605-2616. [PMID: 35686681 PMCID: PMC9542319 DOI: 10.1002/ajmg.a.62858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2021] [Revised: 04/05/2022] [Accepted: 05/16/2022] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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The purpose was to study self-reported chronic pain and fatigue symptoms among adults with molecularly verified Loeys-Dietz and vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome using a cross-sectional questionnaire design. Seventy adults were invited through a National Resource Centre for Rare Disorders. A study specific questionnaire including Brief Pain Inventory, Standardized Nordic Questionnaire, Fatigue Severity Scale, Hospital Anxiety & Depression Scale, questions on physical activity, and disease burden was used. Fifty-two persons participated, n = 34 with Loeys-Dietz and n = 18 with vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, aged 18-68 years, 58% women. Chronic pain (79%) and fatigue (58%) symptoms were common. Half developed pain during childhood/adolescence. Sleep problems and high multi-organ burden were significantly associated with chronic pain (p = 0.004, p = 0.014) and high fatigue (p < 0.001, p < 0.001). Chronic pain was associated with higher scores of fatigue (p = 0.002). Higher scores of fatigue were associated with lower level of physical activity (p = 0.014), higher cardiovascular burden (p = 0.025), and higher symptoms of anxiety (p = 0.001). In this study, symptoms of chronic pain, fatigue, sleep problems, and disease burden seemed to mutually reinforce each other. Initiatives should consider interventions aimed at postponing the onset and reducing symptoms of pain, fatigue, and sleep problems and thus reduce the total disease burden at an early stage in patients with these complex conditions.
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- Johansen Heidi
- TRS National Resource Centre for Rare DisordersSunnaas Rehabilitation HospitalNesoddenNorway
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- TRS National Resource Centre for Rare DisordersSunnaas Rehabilitation HospitalNesoddenNorway
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- TRS National Resource Centre for Rare DisordersSunnaas Rehabilitation HospitalNesoddenNorway,Faculty of HealthOslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet)OsloNorway
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Jouini S, Milleron O, Eliahou L, Jondeau G, Vitiello D. Effects of a personalized home-based training program among patients suffering from Marfan syndrome: a pilot randomized and controlled study. Intractable Rare Dis Res 2021; 10:263-268. [PMID: 34877238 PMCID: PMC8630458 DOI: 10.5582/irdr.2021.01080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2021] [Revised: 07/29/2021] [Accepted: 08/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Marfan syndrome (MFS) is an autosomal hereditary pathology affecting 1:5000 peoples. Alteration of the fibrillin 1 gene (FBN1) results in haplo-insufficiency of the FBN1 protein mainly altering the vascular system. International recommendations have gradually allowed MFS patients to perform training programs because of its potential benefits. However, to date, there are no data on the effect of a long training period in these patients. The aim of the present study is to investigate the effect of a 3-month personalized home-based training on quality of life (QoL) of patients suffering from MFS. At least 50 MFS patients were included in the study. They were randomly placed into 4 groups: control group; endurance; resistance and endurance + resistance training groups. The training program lasted 3 months and is performed at patients' home. There were 2 training sessions per week telemonitored by a specialist of physical activity and cardiology. Pre and post-training evaluations were performed at the Bichat-Paris Hospital, France. They consisted of assessing psychometrics based on self-administered questionnaires (FiRST, GPAQ, ISP-25, MOS SF-36) and physiological parameters such as the peak oxygen consumption, aorta diameter, cardiac ventricle function and skeletal muscle power at rest and during exercise. Our preliminary results showed an improvement of 50% in QoL, cardiorespiratory fitness and skeletal muscle power in a patient who completed the combined training program. This experimental approach might be a new alternative way for MFS patients' care that may improve their QoL, cardiorespiratory fitness and skeletal muscle power.
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- Steeve Jouini
- Institute of Sport and Health Sciences of Paris, Université de Paris, Paris, France
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- Laboratory for Vascular Translational Science, Hôpital Bichat-Claude-Bernard, Université de Paris, Paris, France
- Centre national de référence pour le syndrome de Marfan et pathologies apparentés, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Hôpital Bichat, Paris, France
- Service de Cardiologie, Centre National de Référence Pour le Syndrome de Marfan et Apparentés, AP-HP, Hôpital Bichat, Paris, France
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- Centre national de référence pour le syndrome de Marfan et pathologies apparentés, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Hôpital Bichat, Paris, France
- Service de Cardiologie, Centre National de Référence Pour le Syndrome de Marfan et Apparentés, AP-HP, Hôpital Bichat, Paris, France
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- Laboratory for Vascular Translational Science, Hôpital Bichat-Claude-Bernard, Université de Paris, Paris, France
- Centre national de référence pour le syndrome de Marfan et pathologies apparentés, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Hôpital Bichat, Paris, France
- Service de Cardiologie, Centre National de Référence Pour le Syndrome de Marfan et Apparentés, AP-HP, Hôpital Bichat, Paris, France
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- Institute of Sport and Health Sciences of Paris, Université de Paris, Paris, France
- Address correspondence to:Damien Vitiello, URP 3625-Institute of Sport and Health Sciences of Paris (I3SP), Université de Paris, Paris 75015, France. E-mail:
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Erickson CC, Salerno JC, Berger S, Campbell R, Cannon B, Christiansen J, Moffatt K, Pflaumer A, Snyder CS, Srinivasan C, Valdes SO, Vetter VL, Zimmerman F. Sudden Death in the Young: Information for the Primary Care Provider. Pediatrics 2021; 148:peds.2021-052044. [PMID: 34155130 DOI: 10.1542/peds.2021-052044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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There are multiple conditions that can make children prone to having a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) or sudden cardiac death (SCD). Efforts have been made by multiple organizations to screen children for cardiac conditions, but the emphasis has been on screening before athletic competition. This article is an update of the previous American Academy of Pediatrics policy statement of 2012 that addresses prevention of SCA and SCD. This update includes a comprehensive review of conditions that should prompt more attention and cardiology evaluation. The role of the primary care provider is of paramount importance in the evaluation of children, particularly as they enter middle school or junior high. There is discussion about whether screening should find any cardiac condition or just those that are associated with SCA and SCD. This update reviews the 4 main screening questions that are recommended, not just for athletes, but for all children. There is also discussion about how to handle post-SCA and SCD situations as well as discussion about genetic testing. It is the goal of this policy statement update to provide the primary care provider more assistance in how to screen for life-threatening conditions, regardless of athletic status.
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- Christopher C Erickson
- Children's Specialty Physicians, University of Nebraska Medical Center, University of Nebraska, Omaha, Nebraska .,Creighton University Medical Center, Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska
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- Seattle Children's Hospital and the University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, Washington
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- Lurie Children's Hospital and Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois
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- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Sibley Heart Center and School of Medicine, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Seattle Children's Hospital and the University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, Washington
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- Children's Specialty Physicians, University of Nebraska Medical Center, University of Nebraska, Omaha, Nebraska
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- The Royal Children's Hospital and University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital and Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio
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- McGovern Medical School, The University of Texas and The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, Texas
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- Lillie Frank Abercrombie Section of Pediatric Cardiology, Texas Children's Hospital and Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
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- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Shen J, Gan C, Rajaguru RDT, Yuan D, Xiao Z. Management of a giant aortic root aneurysm in a young patient with Marfan syndrome: a case report. J Cardiothorac Surg 2020; 15:264. [PMID: 32972445 PMCID: PMC7513492 DOI: 10.1186/s13019-020-01304-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2020] [Accepted: 09/08/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Introduction Marfan syndrome (MFS) is a common heritable connective tissue disease involving multiple organs. Even though the clinical manifestations of MFS can be various, aortic root aneurysm is estimated as one of the most serious complications. We herein describe an individualized treatment decision-making process for a 23-year-old male with MFS, suffering from a giant but stable aortic root aneurysm which is extremely rare at his age. Case The patient, a 23-year-old male with a family history of MFS, presented to our cardiovascular department because of progressive exertional chest distress, fatigue and occasional precordial pain. Physical examinations revealed 190.5 cm of height, high myopia, and a diastolic murmur at the aortic valve area. Laboratory examinations for systemic vasculitis and infectious diseases were negative. Transthoracic echocardiography and enhanced thoracic computed tomography (CT) scan revealed the existence of a giant aortic root aneurysm (125.1 mm in short-axis), severe aortic valve regurgitation, cardiac dilatation (LV; 99 mm in diastolic diameter) and a poor ejection fraction (EF; 18%). Considering the risk of rupture or dissection of the dilated aortic root, we performed Bentall procedure based on the results of multidisciplinary team discussion and intraoperative exploration. Postoperative thoracic CT scan revealed a normal sized reconstructed aortic root, and the patient was discharged uneventfully 7 days later. Conclusion It is extremely rare to report such a giant aortic root aneurysm in a young patient. In the treatment decision-making process, the patient’s specific situation should be taken into consideration. A mechanical Bentall procedure seems to be an acceptable option for some selected cases.
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- Jiayu Shen
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No.37 Guo Xue Alley, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No.37 Guo Xue Alley, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No.37 Guo Xue Alley, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No.37 Guo Xue Alley, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, No.37 Guo Xue Alley, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, China.
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Pyeritz RE. Marfan syndrome: improved clinical history results in expanded natural history. Genet Med 2018; 21:1683-1690. [DOI: 10.1038/s41436-018-0399-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2018] [Accepted: 11/29/2018] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Mas-Stachurska A, Siegert AM, Batlle M, Gorbenko Del Blanco D, Meirelles T, Rubies C, Bonorino F, Serra-Peinado C, Bijnens B, Baudin J, Sitges M, Mont L, Guasch E, Egea G. Cardiovascular Benefits of Moderate Exercise Training in Marfan Syndrome: Insights From an Animal Model. J Am Heart Assoc 2017; 6:JAHA.117.006438. [PMID: 28947563 PMCID: PMC5634291 DOI: 10.1161/jaha.117.006438] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Marfan syndrome (MF) leads to aortic root dilatation and a predisposition to aortic dissection, mitral valve prolapse, and primary and secondary cardiomyopathy. Overall, regular physical exercise is recommended for a healthy lifestyle, but dynamic sports are strongly discouraged in MF patients. Nonetheless, evidence supporting this recommendation is lacking. Therefore, we studied the role of long-term dynamic exercise of moderate intensity on the MF cardiovascular phenotype. METHODS AND RESULTS In a transgenic mouse model of MF (Fbn1C1039G/+), 4-month-old wild-type and MF mice were subjected to training on a treadmill for 5 months; sedentary littermates served as controls for each group. Aortic and cardiac remodeling was assessed by echocardiography and histology. The 4-month-old MF mice showed aortic root dilatation, elastic lamina rupture, and tunica media fibrosis, as well as cardiac hypertrophy, left ventricular fibrosis, and intramyocardial vessel remodeling. Over the 5-month experimental period, aortic root dilation rate was significantly greater in the sedentary MF group, compared with the wild-type group (∆mm, 0.27±0.07 versus 0.13±0.02, respectively). Exercise significantly blunted the aortic root dilation rate in MF mice compared with sedentary MF littermates (∆mm, 0.10±0.04 versus 0.27±0.07, respectively). However, these 2 groups were indistinguishable by aortic root stiffness, tunica media fibrosis, and elastic lamina ruptures. In MF mice, exercise also produced cardiac hypertrophy regression without changes in left ventricular fibrosis. CONCLUSIONS Our results in a transgenic mouse model of MF indicate that moderate dynamic exercise mitigates the progression of the MF cardiovascular phenotype.
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- Departament de Biomedicina, Facultat de Medicina, Universitat de Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut d'Investigacions Biomédiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain.,CIBERCV, Barcelona, Spain
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- Departament de Biomedicina, Facultat de Medicina, Universitat de Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut d'Investigacions Biomédiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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- Departament de Biomedicina, Facultat de Medicina, Universitat de Barcelona, Spain
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- Departament de Biomedicina, Facultat de Medicina, Universitat de Barcelona, Spain
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- ICREA, Barcelona, Spain.,Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut d'Investigacions Biomédiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut Cardiovascular, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona Universitat de Barcelona, Spain.,Institut d'Investigacions Biomédiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain.,CIBERCV, Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut Cardiovascular, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona Universitat de Barcelona, Spain.,Institut d'Investigacions Biomédiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain.,CIBERCV, Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut Cardiovascular, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona Universitat de Barcelona, Spain .,Institut d'Investigacions Biomédiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain.,CIBERCV, Barcelona, Spain
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- Departament de Biomedicina, Facultat de Medicina, Universitat de Barcelona, Spain .,Institut de Nanociències i Nanotecnologia (IN2UB), Universitat de Barcelona, Spain.,Institut d'Investigacions Biomédiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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Jondeau G, Ropers J, Regalado E, Braverman A, Evangelista A, Teixedo G, De Backer J, Muiño-Mosquera L, Naudion S, Zordan C, Morisaki T, Morisaki H, Von Kodolitsch Y, Dupuis-Girod S, Morris SA, Jeremy R, Odent S, Adès LC, Bakshi M, Holman K, LeMaire S, Milleron O, Langeois M, Spentchian M, Aubart M, Boileau C, Pyeritz R, Milewicz DM. International Registry of Patients Carrying TGFBR1 or TGFBR2 Mutations: Results of the MAC (Montalcino Aortic Consortium). ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016; 9:548-558. [PMID: 27879313 DOI: 10.1161/circgenetics.116.001485] [Citation(s) in RCA: 141] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2016] [Accepted: 11/21/2016] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND The natural history of aortic diseases in patients with TGFBR1 or TGFBR2 mutations reported by different investigators has varied greatly. In particular, the current recommendations for the timing of surgical repair of the aortic root aneurysms may be overly aggressive. METHODS AND RESULTS The Montalcino Aortic Consortium, which includes 15 centers worldwide that specialize in heritable thoracic aortic diseases, was used to gather data on 441 patients from 228 families, with 176 cases harboring a mutation in TGBR1 and 265 in TGFBR2. Patients harboring a TGFBR1 mutation have similar survival rates (80% survival at 60 years), aortic risk (23% aortic dissection and 18% preventive aortic surgery), and prevalence of extra-aortic features (29% hypertelorism, 53% cervical arterial tortuosity, and 27% wide scars) when compared with patients harboring a TGFBR2 mutation. However, TGFBR1 males had a greater aortic risk than females, whereas TGFBR2 males and females had a similar aortic risk. Additionally, aortic root diameter prior to or at the time of type A aortic dissection tended to be smaller in patients carrying a TGFBR2 mutation and was ≤45 mm in 6 women with TGFBR2 mutations, presenting with marked systemic features and low body surface area. Aortic dissection was observed in 1.6% of pregnancies. CONCLUSIONS Patients with TGFBR1 or TGFBR2 mutations show the same prevalence of systemic features and the same global survival. Preventive aortic surgery at a diameter of 45 mm, lowered toward 40 in females with low body surface area, TGFBR2 mutation, and severe extra-aortic features may be considered.
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