[Pelvic actinomycosis].

Actinomycosis is an uncommon inflammatory disease of the female genital tract predominantly affecting the upper sections. Its appearance is in close connection with expended use of different IUDs. Its histological demonstration needs the detection of the specific sulphur granules. Because they often are rare it is recommended working of 8-12 paraffin blocks from suspected cases. The exact diagnosis is of high significance for preventing possible recivides after surgical intervention.