Product analysis and inhibition studies of a causative Asn to Ser variant of 4-hydroxyphenylpyruvate dioxygenase suggest a simple route to the treatment of Hawkinsinuria.

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Hawkinsinuria is a severe inherited condition that has a significant impact on the health of infants. The disease manifests as metabolic acidosis that significantly slows the growth rate and induces persistent diarrhea and vomiting. Though other causes may exist, an autosomal dominant mutation th...

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