Surgical separation of Tanzanian conjoined twins begins in Riyadh
Here's what it means for you.
This groundbreaking surgery could redefine surgical practices for conjoined twins worldwide.
What happened
The surgical separation of Tanzanian conjoined twins Nancy and Nice began on May 7, 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The Context
- Nancy and Nice are 18-month-old twins conjoined at the lower chest, abdomen, and pelvis.
- The surgery is scheduled to be performed in 10 stages with a success rate of over 60%.
- This operation marks the 71st separation performed by the Saudi Conjoined Twins Program since its inception in 1990.
Takeaway
The successful separation of Nancy and Nice could pave the way for future operations on conjoined twins globally.
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