Dicephalus
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Definition:
Conjoined twins
that share a body and all its organs, but have two individual heads and necks.
Related Resources:
Conjoined Twins
This collection of links offers an interesting introduction to conjoined twins throughout history.
Elsewhere on the Web:
Conjoined Twins
Twinstuff.com presents this overview of the physiology and types of conjoined twins. It includes a chronological timeline with photos and case histories.
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