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Neonatal Air Transport of Thoraco-Omphalopagus Conjoined Twins: A Case of Adaptation and Multidisciplinary Coordination

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Background: The emergency transport of thoraco-omphalopagus conjoined twins is a rare occurrence in the medical field of emergency medicine with no specific guidelines on which medical personnel can rely upon. We present to you the case of the transport of thoraco-omphalopagus conjoined twins. Methods: Important changes were made to the configuration of the aircraft as to provide adequate ventilation (one twin ventilated manually with an ABV while the other benefiting from mechanical ventilation) and hemodynamic stability. Results: The team successfully orchestrated the transfer with no complications arriving during the transfer with the twins benefiting from specialized care in the intended tertiary care center. Conclusions: Our paper highlights the importance for innovative approaches in adapting neonatal transport equipment, including ventilation and monitoring for two critically ill patients in a space designed for one, all that underscores the importance of tailored neonatal transport solutions.

Source: Children

DOI: 10.3390/children12040423

Authors: Bogdan Oprita, Teodor Nicolae Berea, Ruxandra Oprita

Institutions: Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Clinical Emergency Hospital Bucharest

Language: English

Topic: Congenital Anomalies and Fetal Surgery

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,896