The conjoined twins of Gusau, Nigeria.
A case of Thoracopagus conjoined twins complicated with rupture of the uterus is presented. The patient was admitted after a prolonged second stage of labour. Diagnosis was made at laparotomy. Problems in diagnosis are discussed and the benefits of antenatal care and confinement under skilled supervision are emphasised.
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Federal Medical Centre, Gusau, Nigeria.
T Adebowale
TA
Aiyedun
D000328:Adult; D036861:Delivery, Obstetric / Q000379:methods; D003906:Developing Countries; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007813:Laparotomy; D009549:Nigeria; D011296:Prenatal Diagnosis; D013909:Thorax / Q000473:pathology*; D014428:Twins, Conjoined / Q000473:pathology*; D014597:Uterine Rupture / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery*