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The acardiac monster

R Lachman, M McNabb, M Furmanski

    European Journal of Pediatrics
    |September 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Acardiac monsters are rare fetal malformations in twin pregnancies where one twin lacks a heart and is sustained by the other. Further research is needed to understand the exact causes of this condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • * Medical Science
    • * Pathology
    • * Genetics

    Background:

    • * Discusses the phenomenon of acardiac monsters, a rare complication of monozygotic twin pregnancies.
    • * Highlights the critical role of parasitic vascular anastomoses between fetuses.
    • * Sets the stage for exploring the classification and pathophysiology of this condition.

    Observation:

    • * Presents two clinical cases of acardiac fetuses.
    • * Reviews pathological data from 61 documented cases.
    • * Details the characteristic features of acardiac malformations.

    Findings:

    • * Defines acardiac monsters as a form of monozygotic multiple gestation.
    • * Explains that these fetuses lack a functional heart and rely on a co-twin for survival.

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  • * Discusses the bizarre fetal malformations associated with this condition.

    • Implications:

    • * Emphasizes the obscure etiology of acardiac monsters.
    • * Suggests avenues for future research and evaluation of affected fetuses.
    • * Underscores the need for a better understanding of twin gestation complications.