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.
Aiyedun
T Adebowale
TA
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Federal Medical Centre, Gusau, Nigeria.
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*