2024
DOI: 10.24198/obgynia.v7i1.591
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A Case Report of Thoraco-Omphalopagus Conjoined Twins: The Downfall of the Separated Hearts

Siti Anissa Safira,
Maisuri T Chalid,
Fatmawati Madya

Abstract: Introduction: Thoraco-omphalopagus conjoined twins are a rare occurrence of monozygotic pregnancy that involves fusion of the anterior thorax and abdomen. This type presents a variety of cardiac anomalies, which contribute to its generally unfavorable prognosis.Case Presentation: A 32-year-old multigravida with Gravida 6, Para 4, and Abortus 1 was referred at 28 weeks of gestation. Ultrasonography revealed thoracoomphalopagus-conjoined twins in which the fetuses joined ventrally. Prenatal MRI revealed the shar… Show more

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