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[A newborn infant with a tail].
1Bosch Medicentrum, Afd. Kindergeneeskunde, s.Hertogenbosch.
Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde
|December 19, 1992
Summary
A rare case of a human tail in a male infant is presented. Surgical removal was successful, with histopathology revealing a non-bony appendage, confirming surgical excision as a viable treatment.
Area of Science:
- Medical Case Reports
- Developmental Biology
- Pediatric Surgery
Context:
- Human tails, or caudal appendages, are rare congenital anomalies.
- These structures can cause parental distress and raise concerns about underlying developmental issues.
Purpose:
- To describe a specific case of a human tail in a male infant.
- To detail the histopathological findings of the removed appendage.
- To discuss the management and diagnostic considerations for such cases.
Summary:
- A male infant presented with a tail-like appendage.
- Surgical excision was performed, and histopathology revealed skin, adipose tissue, fibrous tissue, blood vessels, and nerves, but no bone, cartilage, or muscle.
- Radiographic exclusion of underlying anomalies is recommended.
Impact:
- Highlights the importance of thorough histopathological examination of caudal appendages.
- Reinforces that surgical excision is often sufficient for these benign growths.
- Emphasizes the need for radiographic assessment to rule out associated spinal or vertebral anomalies.