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Case Report
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Korean J Obstet Gynecol. 2007;50(12):1747-1751. Published online December 1, 2007.
- A case of thoraco-omphalopagus with omphalocele with 3D ultrasonography and MRI.
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Jong Sook Yoon, Mi Sun Park, Min Jeong Kim, Gui Se Ra Lee, In Yang Park, Hyun Wook Lim, Jong Chul Shin, Sa Jin Kim
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1Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, The Catholic University of Korea, Holy Family Hospital, Seoul, Korea. ksajin@catholic.ac.kr
2Department of Radiology, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Holy Family Hospital, Seoul, Korea.
- Abstract
- One of the most interesting congenital malformations is a conjoined twin. Conjoined twins are a rare occurrence in obstetric practice. More commonly known as Siamese twins, this phenomenon is shrouded in mystery and considered a curiosity by general public. Current technology is providing a basis for earlier diagnosis and a better prognosis. Frequently, the twins are born dead, but there are a few cases in which the twins survive. We present a case of thoraco-omphalophagus with omphalocele in 35 years old woman at 25weeks 5 days gestation by 3-D ultrasonography and MRI.
Keywords :Conjoined twin;Thoracoomphalopagus;Three-dimensional ultrasonography;MRI
