Ultrasound diagnosis of cephalopagus conjoined twin pregnancy at 29 weeks
2010
Ultrasound Diagnosis of Cephalopagus Conjoined Twin Pregnancy
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Durr-e Sabih, Ahmad E, Sabih A, Sabih Q
Primary Institution: Multan Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Radiotherapy, Multan, Pakistan
Conclusion
The case highlights the challenges in diagnosing conjoined twins via ultrasound, even when significant abnormalities are present.
Supporting Evidence
- Conjoined twins are rare, occurring in about 1 in 50,000 pregnancies.
- 65% of conjoined twins are stillborn, and 35% of those born alive die within the first 24 hours.
- Ultrasound can miss significant abnormalities even when performed multiple times.
Takeaway
This study is about a baby with two bodies that are joined together, and it shows how doctors can sometimes miss seeing this during pregnancy.
Methodology
Ultrasound was performed using a digital scanner with a broad-band convex transducer.
Limitations
The internal anatomy could not be confirmed due to lack of autopsy permission from the parents.
Participant Demographics
A 28-year-old healthy woman, gravida 2, para 1.
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