Hypertension is a major risk factor for aortic root dilatation in women with Turner's syndrome.

Women with Turner's syndrome (TS) have a threefold increase in mortality, primarily as a result of their cardiovascular complications. Recently, the risk of fatal aortic dissection has come to light as a major cause of mortality in women with TS. The aim of this study was to assess the prevalen...

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Main Authors: Elsheikh, M, Casadei, B, Conway, G, Wass, J
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2001