Missouri doctors separate conjoined-at-the-head twins, opening path to independence

Two-year-old twins Hiyab and Wuhbto, born conjoined at the head in Ethiopia, were successfully separated in a 24-hour surgery at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital in February. They are now recovering with rehabilitation in Missouri, learning daily living skills and gradually gaining independence. The complex, multi-disciplinary operation involved international partners, and while long-term development remains uncertain, the procedure offers new opportunities that would not have been possible otherwise.