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Conjoined Sacramento Twins Survive Marathon Separation Surgery

STANFORD (CBS13) – Conjoined Sacramento twins survived a marathon surgery and became two little girls early Wednesday morning.

The tiny bundle preparing for the moment to be two, perhaps before they were even born.

Erika and Eva Sandoval are 2-years-old and shared much of their lower body.

Their mother Aida said doctors gave her a diagnosis early on in her pregnancy that the twins might not make it and then told she may not make it either.

But Aida said they all beat the odds and were ready to embark on separating Eva and Erika.

The family started their journey at Lucille Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford.

It took a team of 50 doctors, nurses, and operating staff 18 hours to complete the separation and it was a success!

Now each girl has a portion of their vital organs and each still has one leg.

While the girls are recovering, a world of support surrounding them is exploding with heart felt messages from family and even complete strangers.

Her aunt posting to Facebook "The made it!" #survivors

The two toddlers still have quite the journey ahead. At least for the next two weeks they'll be monitored in intensive care.

The lead doctor said, "The twins did very well" and is very pleased adding, "This is as good as we could have hoped for."

The family is so very thankful for the strength and support.

On Thursday, the hospital is expected to release more information and details about the twins road to recovery.

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