In the months before the surgery, the conjoined twins also faced some frightening situations. "If Lily got upset … she would (control) the breathing," their mom said during her interview with Today.

In 2005, two very special girls were born into the world. Isabelle and Abby were not only identical twins but also conjoined from the chest down to the stomach — a rare condition that immediately ...

Conjoined Twins Thrive After Surgery Separates Them at the Head: 'They're Our Little Miracles' "It's been a wonderful experience following the girls themselves and staying in touch with them ...

In addition, there are ethical considerations, as surgery can result in the death of one or both of the twins. Not all conjoined twins are candidates for surgery, such as when the babies share a ...