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Inherited Metabolic Diseases (IMDs), also known as inborn errors of metabolism, are a group of rare genetic disorders that affect the body’s ability to process nutrients and produce energy properly. Advances in diagnosis, nutritional management, and targeted therapies are rapidly transforming patient care and long-term outcomes. On this page, you will find the latest scientific insights, expert-led educational resources, and practical guidance to support healthcare professionals managing IMDs across different stages of life — from early diagnosis to long-term multidisciplinary care.
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Nutritional management remains central to the treatment of phenylketonuria (PKU), even as therapies such as BH4 continue to expand treatment possibilities. As a HCP, you may need to carefully balance dietary liberalisation with ongoing monitoring of protein intake, micronutrient status, growth, and treatment adherence. While some patients responding to BH4 therapy can tolerate more natural protein, many still require protein substitutes and continued nutritional support to maintain optimal metabolic control and overall health. This expert resource provides practical guidance to help you individualise dietary management, support long-term adherence, and adapt nutritional care throughout different stages of life.
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Early diagnosis and timely intervention are essential for improving outcomes in patients with inherited metabolic diseases. As a HCP, recognising the often subtle and variable presentation of IMDs across childhood, adolescence, and adulthood can help prevent delays in diagnosis and treatment. Patients may present with unexplained neurological, developmental, or multisystem symptoms that require a high level of clinical awareness and multidisciplinary collaboration. This webinar offers practical clinical insights into recognising treatable IMDs, understanding evolving therapeutic approaches, and supporting long-term patient care through advances in newborn screening and metabolic diagnostics.
Adolescents living with inborn errors of metabolism (IEMs) often experience unique neurodevelopmental, behavioural, and emotional challenges as they transition from paediatric to adult healthcare services. As a HCP, understanding how cognitive development, communication styles, and behavioural factors influence treatment adherence can help you better support patient independence and long-term disease management. Close collaboration between psychologists, dietitians, and metabolic specialists is essential to delivering personalised transition care that meets the evolving needs of teenagers and their families. This podcast explores practical strategies to help you improve communication, engagement, and transition planning for adolescents living with IEMs.
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