ABSTRACT
INTRODUCTION Neuroendoscopy has enjoyed a renewed interest in the last decade. Although it is not new as a technique-Walter Dandy and other pioneers have used it as early as the beginning of the 20th century-technological advancements have made it safer and easier, making endoscopic treatment of hydrocephalus feasible even in neonates and newborns. Neuroendoscopy has now gained a widespread acceptance, particularly among neurosurgeons who deal with the pediatric population and even after the initial enthusiasm and renewed interest has settled and consolidated endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) for treatment of obstructive hydrocephalus is generally considered nowadays as first tier in the management of many patients (1-14).
