A fullβterm baby is delivered without complications.
During the newborn examination, a soft, skinβcovered appendage is noted at the lower back, just above the gluteal cleft.
It measures about 11cm in length.
There is no movement.
No bone is felt within it.
The parents are anxious.
βIs this a tail?β
You are the clinician.
What is this condition?
And what must you rule out before considering removal?