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First-Ever Cases of Feline Marfan Syndrome Found in Cat Siblings
Original: Scientists Find First-Ever Cases of Feline Marfan Syndrome in Cat Siblings Gary and Shaggy. Here’s What That Means
Scientists have documented the first known cases of Marfan syndrome in cats, identifying the connective tissue disorder in two sibling cats named Gary and Shaggy. The condition, known in humans for affecting the heart, joints and skeleton, had never before been confirmed in felines. Researchers say the discovery could improve understanding of the genetic disorder and open new avenues for comparative study between cats and human patients.
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