We present an unusual case of Janiceps asymmetros, a rare variant of the cephalothoracopagus
type of conjoined twins. Incidence of cephalothoracopagus is 1 in 3 million births
and 1 in 58 sets of conjoined twins. Only about 300 cases have been reported in the
literature until date. Early intrapartum ultrasound diagnosis of Janiceps allows careful
planning the mode of delivery and preoperative assessment for surgical separation
of conjoined twins. Final outcome depends on state of conjoined organs and potential
for successful separation of conjoined twins.
Keywords
Conjoined twins - cephalothoracopagus - Janiceps - Monosymmetros
