In a recent medical case that has made headlines around the world, doctors in China discovered an undeveloped twin inside the brain of a one-year-old child.
This condition, known as “fetus in fetu,” occurs when a twin fetus becomes enveloped and absorbed by its sibling during early development in the womb.
According to case study published by Neurology website, the child was brought to the hospital by his parents after they noticed that his head was growing at an abnormal rate. After a CT scan, medical professionals discovered a 4.1 x 4.1 cm mass in the child’s brain, which was later identified as a partially formed fetus.
A complex surgical procedure was conducted to remove the mass, and the child is currently recovering in the hospital.
While the condition is rare, with only around 200 cases reported worldwide, it is not unheard of. It can occur in various parts of the body, including the abdomen, chest, and even the scrotum.
The discovery of the unborn twin inside the child’s brain is a unique case and a reminder of the complexities of fetal development.
The successful surgery to remove the mass highlights the incredible progress and advancements made in modern medicine.
In conclusion, the discovery of an undeveloped twin inside a child’s brain in China is a rare but fascinating medical case. It serves as a reminder of the intricacies of fetal development and highlights the incredible advancements made in modern medicine.
According to Neurology website which published the above case study said Fetus-in-fetu cases are outstandingly rare.
The most reliable figure suggests they occur in every 500,000 births, although it’s unclear how that number was reached. In most incidences, the unborn fetus is found within the body of the live baby, so it’s exceptionally uncommon to find it affecting the brain. The recent case study was reported in the open-access journal Neurology.
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