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ReviewChildren (Basel, Switzerland)2025

Current Insights into Nutritional Management of Phenylketonuria: An Update for Children and Adolescents.

Dana-Teodora Anton-Păduraru, Felicia Trofin, Adina Chis, Lucia Maria Sur, Violeta Streangă, Dana Elena Mîndru, Olivia Simona Dorneanu, Diana Păduraru, Eduard Vasile Nastase, Romana Vulturar

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Review in Children (Basel, Switzerland), 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 9 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

9 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

10 authors.

Dana-Teodora Anton-PăduraruDepartment of Mother and Child Medicine, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.ORCID 0000-0001-8657-378X
Felicia TrofinDepartment of Preventive Medicine and Interdisciplinarity-Microbiology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-8551-3053
Adina ChisDiscipline of Cell and Molecular Biology, Department 2-Molecular Sciences, "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400347 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Lucia Maria SurDepartment of Child and Mother, "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400347 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
Violeta StreangăDepartment of Mother and Child Medicine, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.
Dana Elena MîndruDepartment of Mother and Child Medicine, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.
Olivia Simona DorneanuDepartment of Preventive Medicine and Interdisciplinarity-Microbiology, "Grigore T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iasi, Romania.ORCID 0000-0001-7720-4499
Diana Păduraru"Dr. C.I. Parhon" Clinical Hospital, 700503 Iasi, Romania.
Eduard Vasile NastaseClinical Hospital of Infectious Diseases "Sf. Parascheva", 700116 Iasi, Romania.ORCID 0000-0001-6970-0097
Romana VulturarDiscipline of Cell and Molecular Biology, Department 2-Molecular Sciences, "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 400347 Cluj-Napoca, Romania.ORCID 0000-0003-2476-9706

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Considering the fact that even today in the 21st century, diet is the basis of the treatment in phenylketonuria (PKU), this review aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of existing current data from the last 15 years on dietary treatment and its impact on nutritional status and quality of life to identify gaps in knowledge and offer insights into future directions for optimizing nutritional care in PKU. Dietary treatment for PKU has evolved over the years, and in order to optimize and standardize the care, European PKU experts developed guidelines useful for both professionals and patients and their parents. The current literature underscores the essential role of diet in both managing PKU and preventing obesity, but malnutrition in these children is a complex issue that necessitates a multifaceted approach. The literature emphasizes the crucial role of dietary adherence in managing PKU. Advancements in therapy offer the potential to reduce the challenges associated with dietary phenylalanine (Phe) restrictions. Maintaining adequate levels of essential nutrients in children with PKU and monitoring trace element intake and micronutrient levels are vital for preventing deficiencies and ensuring optimal growth and development. Overall, the literature highlights the importance of personalized treatment strategies. Conclusions. Effective management of PKU necessitates strict dietary control and personalized treatment to maintain optimal blood Phe levels. Continuous monito-ring, nutritional education, and adherence to dietary recommendations are critical components in achieving the best patient outcomes. Future studies should also explore innovative therapeutic modalities, including gene therapy and novel dietary strategies that consider the gut-brain axis, to enhance the quality of life and mental health for individuals with PKU.

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adolescentsbreastfeedingchildrendietmicrobiotanutritionphenylketonuria

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PMCPMC11854529

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