Causes And Types Of Aortic Aneurysms

Inherited Connective Tissue Disorders

Some inherited connective tissue disorders also make an individual more at risk for an aneurysm. Connective tissues are those that support and strengthen parts of the body such as the tendons, ligaments, and heart valves. One of these disorders is Marfan syndrome, which affects the person’s musculoskeletal, metabolic, and endocrine systems. Individuals with Marfan syndrome are tall and thin and have unusually long arms, legs, and fingers. They often have sunken or protruding chests. They also suffer from heart problems, including aneurysms in their aorta, which is the largest artery in the body and is prominent in the heart. Other inherited connective tissue disorders that put a person at risk for an aortic aneurysm are Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and Loeys-Dietz syndrome.

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