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Seven years later, he exhibited subacute impaired consciousness due to acute noncommunicating hydrocephalus, undergoing external ventricular drainage (EVD) that improved consciousness. After EVD removal, the noncommunicating hydrocephalus did not recur; however, 7 months later, subacute consciousness impairment due to noncommunicating hydrocephalus was again observed. MRI showed a significant dilation of both lateral ventricles and ballooning of the third ventricle while the right posterior cerebral artery shifted slightly posteriorly. The patient underwent ETV and clinical symptoms improved. 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