At the state level, Vandergrift is within Pennsylvania's 55th House of Representatives District, represented by Joseph A. Petrarca, Jr. (D), elected 1995. Vandergrift is also within Pennsylvania's 38th Senatorial District, represented by Jim Ferlo (D), elected 2003.
Marfan syndrome also can damage the heart valves. Marfan syndrome affects approximately 200,000 people in the United States. Causes of Marfan syndrome. Marfan syndrome is caused by a genetic mutation. The disorder is usually inherited, but spontaneous cases occur. Having a parent with Marfan syndrome is the greatest risk factor. Symptoms of Marfan syndrome. Many patients with Marfan syndrome have no symptoms.
Heart and Blood Vessels. Problems with the heart and blood vessels are common â and can be very serious â in people with Marfan syndrome and many related disorders. Thatâs why an early and accurate diagnosis is vital. The most common of these problems affects the aorta, the main blood vessel carrying blood from the heart to the rest of the body.