Suggest treatment for metabolic propionic acidemia in a child
Patient: Hi, my grandson is 14 months old and he has been diagnosed to be having metabolic propionic academia. He is not in severe condition, he is under controlled diet and constant medication and regular medical care. I want to know if there is treatment, genetic treatments and if ALT auxiliary liver transplant is the solution and what would be the risks and benefits and would this be successful solution . Doctor: Hello,  Unfortunately, curative treatment is not available. Newer techniques like gene therapy are not routinely available. In severe cases liver transplantation may be required. Consult a pediatrician and he will direct you accordingly.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Take care  Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician