Xanthogranuloma of the third ventricle producing hydrocephalus.
Symptomatic xanthogranulomas of the ventricular system are rare entities. Presented here is a case of obstructive hydrocephalus that was caused by a xanthogranuloma arising from the superior aspect of the 3rd ventricle. The operative approach is discussed.
D000328:Adult; D006099:Granuloma / Q000150:complications* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D006849:Hydrocephalus / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D014973:Xanthomatosis / Q000150:complications* / Q000601:surgery