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How does the caudate nucleus follow the shape of the lateral ventricle?

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The caudate nucleus possesses a distinct C-shaped configuration that follows the curvature of the lateral ventricle. Its anatomical relationship to the ventricle is organized into three primary regions:

Head: This portion protrudes into the anterior horn of the lateral ventricle.
Body: This section is positioned above and lateral to the thalamus.
Tail: This part is located in the roof of the inferior horn of the lateral ventricle, eventually terminating near the amygdala.1