These Guatemalan twins garnered a lot of media attention after their successful separation in August 2002. They're pictured here before the surgery, clearly showing the connection at the top of their head, particular to craniopagus twins. For more information, visit their profile page.
Maria Teresa and Mara de Jesus Quiej-Alvarez Photo Gallery of Conjoined Twins
By Pamela Prindle Fierro, About.com Guide
Maria Teresa and Mara de Jesus Quiej-Alvarez, craniopagus conjoined twins, prior to their separation surgery in 2002.
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