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Miracle Twins Born Joined at Head Separated Successfully
6 Mar
Summary
- Identical twins Abigail and Micaela were born conjoined at the head.
- Craniopagus twins occur in one in every 2.5 million births.
- The twins were successfully separated in a 25-hour surgery at ten months old.
Identical twins Abigail and Micaela were born joined at the head, a rare form of conjoined twins known as craniopagus, occurring in approximately one in 2.5 million births. Their mother, Liliya, experienced a challenging pregnancy, but with her husband Anatoliy's support, they resolved to continue the pregnancy despite medical concerns.
The twins' birth at 35 weeks was meticulously planned, involving over 200 specialists and a custom-built surgical doll for practice. Their delivery, initially planned for a caesarean, was expedited due to complications, leading to a swift surgery.
After seven weeks in the NICU, Abigail and Micaela returned home. Months later, at ten months old, they underwent a complex 25-hour separation surgery performed by 30 medical professionals. This procedure, which involved separating veins and reconstructing skulls, was successful.
Now six years old, Abigail and Micaela are healthy, attending homeschool, and enjoying typical childhood activities. While they require ongoing medical monitoring, their progress is a celebrated miracle, bringing immense joy to their family of seven.
