Atypical Central Neurocytoma Confined to the Third Ventricle: Case Report and Systematic Review of the Literature

Central neurocytomas are relatively rare well-differentiated neoplasms that arise from neuronal cells with the atypical variant having been noted to be more uncommon/aggressive. Herein, we present a case of an atypical neurocytoma confined to the third ventricle and in so doing review surgical management and outcomes associated with such tumors. We identify a number of cases of central neurocytomas within the third ventricle and clarify both clinical presentation and disease course. Central neurocytomas within the third ventricle are rare while atypical neurocytomas confined to the third ventricle are exceedingly rare. Review of the literature suggests gross total resection should be the preferred treatment modality for these tumors, atypical or not. When only subtotal resection can be achieved, postoperative radiation might be helpful to control tumor recurrence rates.

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Author Allan Howard Friedman Neurosurgery