Understanding the Dietary Changes for Maple Syrup Urine Disease (MSUD)
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Affecting approximately 1 in every 185,000 babies globally, maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) is a lifelong inherited metabolic disorder requiring immediate and strict dietary changes. This rigorous nutritional therapy is vital for managing the metabolism of specific amino acids and preventing a toxic buildup that can lead to severe health complications.
