Prenatal diagnosis of parasitic twins using three-dimensional ultrasound: a case report.
Parasitic twins are a rare form of monochorionic, monoamniotic conjoined twins. Early prenatal ultrasound is essential for their diagnosis and assists in determining their eventual outcome; the use of three-dimensional ultrasound may enhance diagnostic capabilities in the presence of this severe condition.
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Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Singapore General Hospital, Republic of Singapore. pinann@mbox.singnet.com.sg
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D000328:Adult; D017809:Fatal Outcome; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D021621:Imaging, Three-Dimensional; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D011247:Pregnancy; D014428:Twins, Conjoined; D016216:Ultrasonography, Prenatal / Q000379:methods*