The Prevalence of Phenylketonuria in Arab Countries, Turkey, and Iran: A Systematic Review

Background/Objectives. This paper seeks to identify the prevalence of Phenylketonuria (PKU) in Arab countries, Turkey, and Iran. The study reviewed the existence of comprehensive national newborn screening programs and reported consanguinity rates. Methods. A computer based literature search was con...

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Main Authors: Ashraf El-Metwally, Lujane Yousef Al-Ahaidib, Alaa Ayman Sunqurah, Khaled Al-Surimi, Mowafa Househ, Ali Alshehri, Omar B. Da’ar, Hira Abdul Razzak, Ali Nasser AlOdaib
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2018-01-01
Series:BioMed Research International
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/7697210