Successful Separation of Conjoined Twins: The Contemporary Experience and Historic Review in Memphis.

Conjoined twins are a rare phenomenon with historically poor outcomes after separation. We present a review of 8 sets of conjoined twins operated on in Memphis, Tenn, from 1953-2016. Except for 1 set of twins, before 2010, all experienced at least 1 fatality either before, during, or as a result of separation.

Current techniques and protocols in the surgical management of scaphocephaly in young infants.

Background: Many techniques and protocols are currently used in the treatment of scaphocephaly worldwide, including total calvarial remodeling and minimally invasive strip craniectomies. This study reviews current techniques and protocols used in young infants (aged ≤ 6 months) as well as the outcomes in terms of reoperation rates.

Methods: A short questionnaire was designed including questions about the preferred surgical techniques, transfusion protocols, and reoperation rates.