[Primary ovarian echinococciasis (author's transl)]

Ovarian echinococciasis is reported, with reference being made to three cases. Primary intra-ovarian settlement of parasites usually is rejected. The condition rather is similar to that of common ovarian tumours, and the echicococcal vesicle is detected not until laparotomy is performed. Hints as to the type of tumour can be derived only from the given case history. A characteristic shadow caused by calcareous deposits sometimes is depicted in the radiograph. Hysterectomy, with both adnexae included, is the optional treatment in the majority of cases.