Fetus in fetu: A report of two cases
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- 1 January 2008
- journal article
- case report
- Published by Medknow in Journal of Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons
- Vol. 13 (1) , 30-2
- https://doi.org/10.4103/0971-9261.42572
Abstract
Fetus in fetu is a rare condition that has been defined as the presence of one of the twins in the body of the other. It is most frequently located in retroperitoneal area; however, it has been reported in other locations as well. This report presents two cases of "fetus in fetu" cases: one located in the retroperitoneal area and the other in the sacrococcygeal area.Keywords
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