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Understanding Propionic Acidemia: Symptoms, Treatment, and Management

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Propionic acidemia (PA) is a rare inborn error of metabolism characterized by a deficiency in the enzyme propionyl-CoA carboxylase. This enzyme plays a crucial role in the breakdown of certain amino acids and odd-chain fatty acids. The deficiency leads to the accumulation of toxic metabolites, primarily propionic acid and its derivatives, causing m

Understanding Propionic Acidemia: Symptoms, Treatment, and Management
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