Abstract
The purpose of this article was to review the current literature on psychosocial implications
of Marfan syndrome (MFS) and its impact on adolescents, adults, their families and
to provide important considerations for providers. Since the previous reviews in 2015,
numerous studies have been published that are included in the current review. This
literature review was conducted using PubMed, Medline, PsychINFO, ERIC, Web of Science,
and Academic Search Premier databases and only articles that studied psychosocial
factors that influence MFS patients as adolescents, adults, family members, or their
interactions with providers were included in this review. Of the 522 articles reviewed,
41 were selected based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. All articles were
peer-reviewed. MFS has various implications that can impact one's life; studies have
shown that MFS causes a negative impact on an individual's formative years, quality
of life, reproductive decision-making, work participation, and satisfaction with life.
Clinicians and multidisciplinary teams should be aware of these factors to provide
support focusing on coping strategies for the patient and their family.
Keywords
Marfan syndrome - quality of life - chronic pain - psychosocial factors - coping -
caregivers
