Epigastric heteropagus twin

APSP J Case Rep. 2011 Sep;2(3):24. Epub 2011 Nov 27.

Abstract

Parasitic twining is a rare type of monozygotic monochorionic monoamniotic asymmetrical conjoined twin. We report a case of epigastric heteropagus twin. An ultrasound scan showed a defect of 1.5 cm in the epigastrium. CT showed soft tissue lobulated mass with fat and air components coming out of the epigastric defect. At operation rudimentary alimentary canal with no viscera, was found in the parasite. The parasite was easily separated from the host.

Keywords: Epigastric heteropagus twin; Monochorionic monoamniotic; Conjoined twin.

Publication types

  • Case Reports