Thoracopagus Conjoined Twins: A Rare Case Report

Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2016, Vol 4, Issue 4

Abstract

Objective: Conjoined twin is a rarely seen congenital anomaly together with severe mortality and morbidity. The more common types of conjoined twins include the thoracopagus type, where the fusion is anterior, at the chest, and involves the heart. We are reporting one case of conjoined twins. Case Report: In a multigravida pregnant woman who has been admitted to our clinic in advanced labour and delivered conjoined twins after caeserian section.

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Dr Nidhi Meena

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Dr Nidhi Meena (2016). Thoracopagus Conjoined Twins: A Rare Case Report. Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research, 4(4), 10337-10339. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-213563