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Preopertive images of 18-cm long human tail in the sacral region
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No movement of this appendage was observed [Figure 1].
Sagittal image of computed tomography scan showing tip of coccyx everted toward base of tail. This everted bony spur is reason for pain while sitting
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Computed tomography [Figure 2] is suggestive of spina bifida at level of L5 and S3-S4.
(a) Preoperative sagittal magnetic resonance imaging showing conus lying at L3 and tail arising from sacral region (b) axial magnetic resonance imaging showing spina bifida and fibrous band connecting tail and dura
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan [Figure 3] is suggestive of midline discontinuity of posterior spinal elements and deep lumbosacral fascia near the attachment of tail.