Severe heart valve calcification in a young patient with Werner syndrome.
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چکیده
Werner syndrome is a rare autosomal recessive disorder characterized by the appearance of premature aging. We report on severe aortic and mitral valve calcification in an 18-year-old girl, necessitating double valve replacement. These special cardiovascular findings are discussed with regard to diagnosis and treatment.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Cardiovascular pathology : the official journal of the Society for Cardiovascular Pathology
دوره 9 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2000