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Conjoined Twins FAQ: What Are Conjoined Twins?

By Pamela Prindle Fierro, About.com

Question: Conjoined Twins FAQ: What Are Conjoined Twins?
Answer:

Conjoined twins are monozygotic multiples that do not fully separate from each other due to the incomplete division of the fertilized ovum. The individuals will be connected at certain points of the body, and may share tissue, organs or limbs.

Conjoined twins, also known as Siamese twins, are a rare type of monozygotic (identical) twins. Find more answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Conjoined Twins.

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