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Spinal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed the presence of occult spinal dysraphism associated with a cutaneous appendage with lipomatous content. We performed microsurgical treatment to excise the lesion and explore the occult spinal dysraphism. A histopathological examination revealed mature adipose tissue with blood vessels and nerve fibers and no bone or cartilage tissue.<\/jats:p>\n<\/jats:sec>\n<jats:sec id=\"st3\">\n<jats:title>Conclusion: <\/jats:title>\n<jats:p>The presence of a tail-like appendage in the lumbosacral region must alert to the possibility of underlying occult spinal dysraphism. 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