Case ReportInternational Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Fetus papyraceus: a rare case report

Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol. 2021;10(4):1727-1728.DOI10.18203/2320-1770.ijrcog20211169

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Abstract

Fetus papyraceus occurs in multiple pregnancy, more common in monochorionic twin as compared to dichorionic twin. We report a case of 30-year-old gravida two para one living one, previous caesarean section, booked and immunized at private hospital was admitted with labour pains and underwent emergency caesarean section and on examination of placenta found an incidental finding of fetus papyraceus.

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  1. Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Shri Sathya Sai Medical College and Research Institute, Ammapettai, Tamil Nadu, India

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