A Rare Case “Human Tail” Associated with Lipomeningocele and Tethered Cord

The human tail is perhaps the most exciting sign of a neural tube defect in skin. From appendix until creating 20 cm long tail-like lesions are reported this literature. They may occur associated with an underlying pathology condition such as lipoma or teratoma, but mostly, they hide spinal dissrafism. Here, we presenting case 5-year-old female who presented 18-cm tail, which hid till age because social stigma and shame. This extended our knowledge Indonesia. Many classifications about have been suggested history. However, regardless type, primary approach to lesson always same. investigated possibility dissrafism that occurs concurrently planned treatment based on patient. In neurosurgery, goal determine co-occurred accurately, fixes defects, correct aesthetics so patient can be more confident for follow-up pediatric patients regarding their development.