[Potential Risk Factors for Alveolar Echinococcosis in Humans in Poland]

The high prevalence of Echinococcus multilocularis recorded in foxes in Poland creates the risk of alveolar echinococcosis in humans. Sensational press releases on threats which had appeared during last few years do not favour the rational opinion on the risk of this dangerous disease. Based on accessible epidemiological data the potential risk factors of alveococcosis are addressed in this article.