Marfan syndrome can rupture the inner layers of the aorta, causing dissection that leads to bleeding in the wall of the vessel. Surgery may be required to replace the affected part of the aorta. Some people with Marfan syndrome also have mitral valve prolapse, a billowing of the heart valve that may be associated with irregular or rapid heartbeats and shortness of breath.
It may require surgery. Test your knowledge on Marfan Syndrome with this short quiz