Ghent Criteria -

A correct diagnosis saves lives. Marfan syndrome affects the aorta, which can dissect (tear) if not monitored. By using the Ghent Criteria, doctors ensure that patients who need regular echocardiograms and beta-blockers get them—while those with similar (but benign) features avoid unnecessary anxiety.

But what exactly are the Ghent Criteria? Is it a blood test? A scoring system? A checklist? 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 correct diagnosis saves lives