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Progeny, pregnancy and phenylketonuria.

R T Bush, P C Dukes

    The New Zealand Medical Journal
    |October 8, 1975
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    Phenylketonuria (PKU) in pregnant women poses significant fetal risks. Strict dietary control is crucial during pregnancy to prevent adverse outcomes for the baby.

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    Area of Science:

    • Metabolic disorders
    • Genetics
    • Maternal-fetal medicine

    Background:

    • Phenylketonuria (PKU) is an inherited metabolic disorder.
    • Untreated PKU can lead to intellectual disability.
    • Maternal PKU requires careful management during pregnancy.

    Observation:

    • A 21-year-old woman with untreated phenylketonuria (PKU) became pregnant.
    • Her blood phenylalanine levels were significantly elevated (23mg/100 ml).
    • Dietary intervention was initiated at 10 weeks of gestation.

    Findings:

    • The low phenylalanine diet successfully lowered maternal blood phenylalanine levels to below 6mg/100ml.
    • The baby was born with normal birth weight and skull size.
    • The infant unfortunately died at 14 days due to congenital heart disease.

    Implications:

    • Pregnancy in women with phenylketonuria (PKU) carries substantial fetal risks.
    • A growing population of women with PKU are entering reproductive age.
    • Antenatal screening and heightened awareness are vital for managing maternal PKU risks.

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