Irccs Policlinico S. Donato

This study looks at skin cells (fibroblasts) from 15 people with Marfan syndrome or other genetic conditions that cause thoracic aortic aneurysms. Researchers want to understand how these cells behave and what genes are turned on or off, which could help identify markers of aneur…

This study looks at how muscles and tendons work in people with Marfan syndrome or Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Researchers will compare these patients to healthy volunteers using ultrasound and gentle electrical stimulation. The goal is to learn more about muscle strength and structu…

This study is testing a computer model that predicts whether stents placed in the leg arteries might break or fail over time. Researchers will follow 30 adults with blocked leg arteries who receive a stent, and compare the model's predictions to what actually happens. The goal is…

This study looks back at data from 100 adults who had hemorrhoid surgery. Researchers use computer algorithms to find patterns or groups among patients based on things like age, health history, and surgery details. The goal is to better understand different patient types and help…

This study looks at how Marfan syndrome affects the daily lives of 80 children. Researchers want to understand how the condition impacts quality of life, self-image, and the ability to manage their own health. Participants fill out four questionnaires to help doctors identify who…

This study looks at how the nervous system works in adults with a rare condition called thoracic aortic aneurysm (a bulge in the chest's main artery). Researchers want to see if certain nerve patterns can help identify who is at higher risk for complications. About 139 participan…

This study aimed to create a new questionnaire (the PERSONAE scale) to measure how prepared adults are to self-monitor and self-manage their blood-thinning medication. The goal was to help doctors tailor education and support for patients who want to test their own blood clotting…