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An anencephalic heterophagus or parasitic twin. A case report with literature review.

Authors :
Khizar, Ahtesham
Zahid, Soha
Shahid, Filza
Amjad, Madeha
Yadav, Pradhumna Kumar
Source :
Romanian Neurosurgery. Sep2023, Vol. 37 Issue 3, p263-271. 9p.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

A case of 6-week-old female twins is presented. Twin 1 was fully formed, whereas twin 2 was parasitic, adhered to the left flank, and had anencephaly and complete upper limbs. Depending on the twins' overall condition, the recommendation is to separate conjoined twins as soon as possible for a better outcome. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
12208841
Volume :
37
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Romanian Neurosurgery
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
172372781
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.33962/roneuro-2023-048