Abstract
Strictly intraventricular craniopharyngiomas are a rare topographical variety of craniopharyngiomas.
The correct diagnosis is important in order to define the surgical planning, as the
surgical access is different for suprasellar tumors with secondary invasion of the
third ventricle. An image diagnosis may be difficult, though suggestive patterns exist.
The aim of the present case report and literature review is to add to the scarce literature
on strictly intraventricular craniopharyngiomas, as well as to remind the neurosurgeon
of this rare diagnosis so that the proper treatment is provided.
Keywords
strictly intraventricular craniopharyngioma - third ventricle - transcallosal approach
