Dietetic management of adults with Classical Galactosaemia in the UK: A care consensus document
Abstract
Classical Galactosaemia is a rare, inherited metabolic disorder requiring lifelong dietary management. Despite increasing numbers of adults living with this condition, there is currently no formalised training or standardised guidance for United Kingdom (UK) dietitians managing adult patients. In response to this gap, a group of experienced UK dietitians specialising in inherited metabolic disorders collaboratively developed the first UK consensus document for the dietetic management of adults with Classical Galactosaemia. The guidance was formulated over a 12-month period through structured virtual meetings, with the objective of promoting consistency in clinical practice, supporting equitable service provision, and enhancing patient outcomes. Key areas addressed include dietary interventions, nutritional adequacy, bone health, dietary management with cognitive impairment, and reproductive health. The document also highlights critical gaps in the evidence base, particularly regarding individual galactose tolerance, the identification of sensitive biomarkers for monitoring, and the potential for dietary liberalisation in adulthood. This consensus guidance serves as a foundational resource for clinical practice and professional development, aiming to improve the quality and consistency of dietetic care for adults with Classical Galactosaemia across the UK.
Date
2025-11-14
Type
Article
Subject
Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases, Diet, Food and Nutrition, Diet Therapy
Collections
Citation
Robertson L, Tapley S, Sparks A, McDonald J, Condie E, Bailey S. Dietetic management of adults with Classical Galactosaemia in the UK: A care consensus document. Mol Genet Metab Rep. 2025 Nov 14;45:101277. doi: 10.1016/j.ymgmr.2025.101277.
Journal / Source Title
Molecular Genetics and Metabolism Reports
DOI
10.1016/j.ymgmr.2025.101277
PMID
41323098
Publisher
Elsevier
Publisher’s URL
https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/molecular-genetics-and-metabolism-reports