But what exactly are the Ghent Criteria? Is it a blood test? A scoring system? A checklist?
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Decoding the Ghent Criteria: How Doctors Diagnose Marfan Syndrome Slug: ghent-criteria-marfan-syndrome Reading Time: 4 minutes If you or a loved one has a tall, slender build, long limbs, and maybe a family history of heart issues, you may have heard the term "Marfan syndrome" whispered—along with the confusing phrase "Ghent Criteria." But what exactly are the Ghent Criteria
Let’s break down what you need to know about this diagnostic tool. The criteria are named after Ghent, Belgium, where an international panel of experts convened in 1996 to standardize the diagnosis. Before 1996, diagnosis was inconsistent—one doctor might diagnose MFS based on eye issues, while another required heart problems. A checklist