Case ReportInternational Journal of Research in Medical Sciences

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Dicephalus dipus: a rarer siamese

Int J Res Med Sci. 2016;4(5):1733-1734.DOI10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20161259

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Abstract

Dicephalus twins are very rare form of conjoined parapagus twins where there is a common body with two heads. They are subdivided into many groups depending on the number of upper limbs, lower limbs and number of torso. A dicephalus dibrachus dipus conjoined twin is reported here. Most of the cases are still born or died immediately after birth. Early diagnosis is important for management of conjoined twins.

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  1. Department of Pediatrics, R G Kar Medical College, West Bengal University of Medical Sciences, Kolkata

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