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The work has been reported in line with the SCARE criteria.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Presentation of case:<\/jats:title>\n We report an unusual case of simultaneous pregnancy in each uterine cavity of a double uterus in a young African grand multipara who presented with a retained second twin following a preterm labour at home.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Discussion:<\/jats:title>\n A double or didelphys uterus as reported in the literatures is still uncommon even in Africa. While infections are very important and always considered causes of preterm labour a high index of suspicion will help give a diagnosis of a uterine anomaly and this will lead to more precise clinical examinations and studies in cases of recurrent miscarriages and preterm birth where other causes such as infection and cervical incompetence has been ruled out.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n Double uterus is an important cause of recurrent preterm labourv and miscarriages as seen in the index case. Thorough pelvic examination should be conducted for women of reproductive age groups when they present for gynecological consultation to rule out the rare occurrence of double uterus and other uterine abnormalities. 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