The Ethics of Caring for Conjoined Twins: The Lakeberg Twins

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Hastings Center Report 26 (4):4-12 (1996)
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In June 1993, conjoined twins 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.

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