The ethics of caring for conjoined twins. The Lakeberg twins.

D. C. Thomasma; J. Muraskas; P. A. Marshall; T. Myers; P. Tomich; J. A. O'Neill

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The ethics of caring for conjoined twins. The Lakeberg twins.

D. C. Thomasma, J. Muraskas, P. A. Marshall, T. Myers, P. Tomich, J. A. O'Neill

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In June 1993, conjoined twin Amy and Angela Lakeberg became the focus of national attention. They shared a complex six-chambered heart and one liver; only one could survive separation surgery; and even her chances were slim. The medical challenge was great and the ethical challenges were even greater.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	4-12
Number of pages	9
Journal	The Hastings Center report
Volume	26
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.2307/3527600
State	Published - 1996
Externally published	Yes

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Philosophy
Health Policy

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