Expanding diversity within phenylketonuria in ecuadorian patients: genetic analysis and literature review of newborn screenings.

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Phenylketonuria (PKU) is an autosomal recessive metabolic disorder caused by a deficiency in the phenylalanine hydroxylase (PAH) enzyme, leading to the accumulation of phenylalanine and its metabolites, which are toxic to the central nervous system. Without treatment, PKU can result in severe intellectual disability and neurological issues. This study aims to present the first cohort of clinically described...

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