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Fibromuscular Dysplasia


Prognosis, Research

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Original source: www.cardiologychannel.com
Original Date of Publication: 02 Apr 2008
Reviewed by: David J. D'Agate, DO, FACC, FCCP, FAHA, Stanley J. Swierzewski, III, M.D.
Last Reviewed: 07 Apr 2008

Important Facts

  • The expected outcome for patients with fibromuscular dysplasia depends on the severity of the condition
  • Complications such as stroke and organ failure worsen the prognosis
  • Additional fibromuscular dysplasia research is needed
  • Studies are being performed to learn more about FMD

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Prognosis



The prognosis for patients who have fibromuscular dysplasia depends on the severity of the condition and complications that develop. Many patients can be successfully treated. In some cases, complications of fibromuscular dysplasia result in severe disability or death.

Research

Additional research is needed to determine the exact cause for fibromuscular dysplasia and develop additional treatments for the disorder. Current studies are focused on finding a genetic link between fibromuscular dysplasia and other autoimmune and connective tissue disorders (e.g., scleroderma, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, Marfan syndrome).



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