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Cephalothoracopagus (Janiceps) twinning
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Cephalothoracopagus (Janiceps) twinning
Obstet Gynecol.
1979 Sep.
Abstract
Conjoined twins occur with a frequency of 1/50,000--1/100,000 deliveries. The cephalothoracopagus variety is particularly rare. This paper presents a case report of cephalothoracopagus (Janiceps) twinning, with a detailed pathologic analysis, as well as an historical review and discussion of diagnostic modalities.
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