Maple Syrup Urine Disease
•Last Updated: October 13, 2024
MSUD (maple syrup urine disease) is a genetic disorder. The body cannot metabolize branched-chain amino acids, resulting in sweet-smelling urine. Neurological symptoms emerge in the first 48 hours of life; if MSUD is left untreated (through diet), death occurs in weeks to months.
Maple Syrup Urine Disease falls under the Other category.