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Maternal PKU: Defining phenylalanine tolerance and its variation during pregnancy, according to genetic background.
Nutrition, metabolism, and cardiovascular diseases : NMCD - 9 Jun 2020
Caletti Maria T, Bettocchi Ilaria, Baronio Federico, Brodosi Lucia, Cataldi Sara, Petroni Maria L, Cassio Alessandra, Marchesini Giulio
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Phenylketonuria (PKU)-affected women may become pregnant, and dietary phenylalanine (Phe) intake must be adjusted according to Phe tolerance. We report our experience with maternal PKU in relation to genotype PKU heterogeneity. METHODS AND RESULTS: A total of 10 pregnancies in 7 PKU women (7 different genotypes) were followed up as part of personalized care. Phe tolerance during preconception...
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