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Manojkumar G Patil1, Neha Tyagi1, Om Prasanth Reddy Avuthu1
1Pediatrics, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pune, IND.
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Summary
Glutaric aciduria type 1 (GA1), a rare genetic disorder, results from glutaryl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency. Early diagnosis and treatment, including a low-lysine diet and carnitine, are crucial for reducing severe neurological symptoms and mortality.
Area of Science:
- Biochemistry
- Genetics
- Neurology
Background:
- Glutaric aciduria type 1 (GA1) is an autosomal recessive metabolic disorder.
- It stems from a deficiency in glutaryl-CoA dehydrogenase (GCDH), impacting amino acid catabolism.
- Accumulation of glutaric acid and 3-hydroxyglutaric acid disrupts cerebral energy metabolism, leading to neurological deficits.

