How To Treat Hunter Syndrome

Heart Valve Replacement

Children with Hunter syndrome may experience certain cardiac complications. When the heart tissue thickens, heart valves may close improperly. This keeps the heart from receiving or delivering blood efficiently to the rest of the body. The progression of the disease makes these conditions worse, typically leading to heart failure. Thickening tissue might also cause the aorta to narrow, leading to high blood pressure and narrow arteries throughout the lungs. It's important for doctors to monitor patients for cardiovascular complications. When children have severe cardiovascular issues, doctors might recommend a heart valve replacement surgery.

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