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Glutaric Acidemia Type II (GA-II)

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glutaric acidemia type ii.

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At a Glance, Synonyms, Classification, Genetic Inheritance, Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Clinical Aspects, Precautions before Anesthesia, Anesthetic Considerations, Pharmacological Implications, Other Condition to Be Considered, References

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"Progressive neurologic disorder caused by a genetically transmitted inborn error of metabolism in which the body cannot oxidize fatty acids. Typical clinical features include respiratory distress, muscular hypotonia, sweaty odorous feet, and death often in the neonatal period...."

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