Anatomy of the Brain

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Third Ventricle

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Function:

• Protects the Brain From Trauma
• Provides Pathway for the Circulation of Cerebrospinal Fluid

Location:

• The third ventricle is a narrow cavity located between the two hemispheres of the diencephalon.

Images:

• Colloid Cyst of the Third Ventricle
• Ventricles

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For additional information see:

• Third Ventricle

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