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Isovaleric acidemia: new aspects of genetic and phenotypic heterogeneity.
American journal of medical genetics. Part C, Seminars in medical genetics - 15 May 2006
Vockley Jerry, Ensenauer Regina
Abstract excerpt
Isovaleric acidemia (IVA) is an autosomal recessive inborn error of leucine metabolism caused by a deficiency of the mitochondrial enzyme isovaleryl-CoA dehydrogenase (IVD) resulting in the accumulation of derivatives of isovaleryl-CoA. It was the first organic acidemia recognized in humans and can cause significant morbidity and mortality. Early diagnosis and treatment with a protein restricted diet and...
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