What Are the Treatment Options for Protein Metabolism Disorders?
Treatment strategies vary depending on the specific disorder but may include dietary management, enzyme replacement therapy, and gene therapy. For PKU, dietary restriction of phenylalanine is essential to prevent neurological damage. Enzyme replacement therapy is used for conditions like Gaucher disease, where recombinant glucocerebrosidase can reduce the accumulation of glucocerebroside. Gene therapy is an emerging approach aimed at correcting the underlying genetic defects.
