Q.71
Ziphopagus is the condition in which ?
- Teratological Definition of Xiphopagus (Ziphopagus): Xiphopagus is a conjoined twin (duplicitas completa) monstrosity characterized by symmetrical twin fetuses that are joined ventrally at or near the sternum and xiphoid cartilage.
- Anatomical Configuration: The twins typically share the lower sternal wall, anterior abdominal wall, and a common liver or pericardial sac, but maintain separate heads, pelves, and limbs.
- Contrasting Conjoined Anomalies:
- Craniopagus: Twins joined at the cranium/heads.
- Pygopagus: Twins connected posteriorly at the sacrum and buttocks.
- Ischiopagus: Twins joined ventrally at the lower pelvic and ischiatic region.
Correct option: (1) Twin fetuses are joined at / near sternal region
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