This document discusses different approaches to the third ventricle for removing common tumors. It outlines tumors that are located in the anterior 1/3 and posterior 1/3 of the third ventricle. It then describes the anterior, lateral, posterior, and transnasal approaches and some of the problems associated with accessing the deep structures and navigating major veins. Several specific anterior and posterior approaches are detailed, including their advantages and disadvantages, such as the risks of injuring veins, the fornix, hypothalamus, or causing visual loss.