A Case of Alport Syndrome Associated with Recurrent Stanford Type B Aortic Dissections

Miki Takeda; Tadanori Minagawa; Wakiko Hiranuma; Takayuki Matsuoka; Takuya Shimizu; Shunsuke Kawamoto

doi:10.3400/avd.cr.22-00010

Abstract

Alport syndrome is often characterized by renal dysfunction and hearing loss due to abnormalities in type IV collagen production. In this study, we report a rare case of recurrent aortic dissections that developed in a young patient with Alport syndrome over a short period. We discuss the associations between Alport syndrome and aortic dissection with a literature review and emphasize the need for regular follow-up of patients with Alport syndrome for early detection of aortic disease.

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