Why the study?
Does longitudinal echocardiographical observation detect progression of ascending aortic dilatation in pediatric Turner syndrome patients?
Does longitudinal echocardiographical observation detect progression of ascending aortic dilatation in pediatric Turner syndrome patients?
Pediatric patients with Turner syndrome are at risk for progression of ascending aortic dilatation, warranting close echocardiographic surveillance.
Supports echocardiographic surveillance in pediatric Turner syndrome; leaves open optimal intervals and risk stratification.
• Aortic dilatation can be detected in pediatric patients with Turner syndrome. • Relevant progression in childhood is possible in at-risk individuals and warrants close surveillance.
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