The perioperative anesthetic management of conjoined twins: A case report.

Author: Catherine Renee B. REYES ¹ ; Yves Kristine G. GARCIA ¹
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1. Division of Pediatric Anesthesia, Department of Anesthesiology, Philippine General Hospital, University of the Philippines Manila, University of the Philippines, Metro Manila, NCR, Philippines
Publication Type:Case Report
Keywords: Omphalopagus
MeSH: Human; Infant: 1-23 Months; Twins, Conjoined; Anesthesia
From: Acta Medica Philippina 2025;59(11):105-108
CountryPhilippines
Language:English
Abstract:
The perioperative management of conjoined twins poses unique anatomic, physiologic, logistic, and even ethical challenges, necessitating a multidisciplinary team approach. We present a case of omphalopagus conjoined twins separated at the second month of life (39 2/7 weeks post-conceptual age). This paper highlights significant components in the anesthetic management of conjoined twins for separation surgery, in light of modern medicine and technological advancements.