Loeys-Dietz syndrome 2

A rare autosomal dominant inherited disorder of connective tissue caused by mutations in either the TGFBR1 or TGFBR2 gene. Like Loeys-Dietz syndrome type I the disease is characterized by enlargement of the aorta and other arteries, and arterial tortuosity, but skeletal signs are typically less severe or absent in type 2. Skin abnormalities, such as velvety skin are often present in type 2.

Also known as: Loeys-Dietz syndrome 2, Loeys-Dietz syndrome caused by mutation in TGFBR2, Loeys-Dietz syndrome type 2, Loeys-Dietz syndrome type II, TGFBR2 Loeys-Dietz syndrome, LDS2, Marfan syndrome, type II, Marfan syndrome, type II, formerly

154 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.