Extremely Rare Fetus in Fetu Case: Karnataka Newborn Discovered With Twin Growing Inside Abdomen

Oct 03, 2025 03:47 pm CST

Doctors at Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences have documented an extraordinarily rare case of Fetus in Fetu, where a newborn baby was found with an undeveloped twin growing inside his abdomen. This medical anomaly, occurring in just 1 in 500,000 births, represents one of fewer than 200 documented cases worldwide. Medical experts plan surgical intervention to remove the parasitic twin tissue, ensuring the infant's long-term health.