Loeys-Dietz syndrome with a novel in-frame SMAD3 deletion diagnosed as a result of postpartum aortic dissection: A case report

• Main Authors: Takeshi Nagao (Author), Momoko Inoue (Author), Yuki Ito (Author), Takashi Kunihara (Author), Hiroshi Kawame (Author), Osamu Samura (Author), Aikou Okamoto (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2024-03-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Objective: Loeys-Dietz syndrome (LDS) is a rare, autosomal dominant connective tissue disorder which can aggressively affect the aortic vasculature. Limited information is available regarding its impact on pregnancy and postpartum outcomes. Case report: A pregnant 38-year-old nulliparous woman with...