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Is myxoid degeneration related to age? Exploring the link between aging and connective tissue changes

Myxomatous degeneration of heart valves is most often an age-related degenerative change. While not exclusively tied to aging, the prevalence of myxoid degeneration in tissues like the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and heart valves increases with age, highlighting a significant connection between aging and connective tissue health.