Devastating Outcomes Revealed
Upon their arrival in Philadelphia, the remains of the conjoined twins underwent a meticulous post-mortem examination by a panel of medical experts. The autopsy unearthed a startling anatomical connection: the twins shared a liver, bonded by their connective tissue—a finding that took the physicians by surprise. However, it was the discovery of Eng’s pristine health that left the team truly astounded.
While Chang had clearly succumbed to a respiratory infection, compounded by a fatal cerebral blood clot, Eng’s cause of death was shrouded in mystery.
Medical professionals have posited that Eng could have perished due to a loss of blood, as his circulatory system may have continued to funnel blood into his deceased sibling’s body. Adding a chilling twist to the tale, Eng’s medical records chillingly note that he “died of fright,” upon the harrowing realization of his connection to his lifeless twin—a heart-wrenching conclusion to their intertwined lives..