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[A newborn infant with a tail].

C W Zijlmans1, J H Hoekstra

  • 1Bosch Medicentrum, Afd. Kindergeneeskunde, s.Hertogenbosch.

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde
|December 19, 1992
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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.

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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.