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Strongyloidiasis

Strongyloidiasis is caused by Strongyloides stercoralis, a soil-transmitted nematode capable of autoinfection and chronic persistence for decades. In immunocompromised patients, hyperinfection syndrome can be life-threatening. Ivermectin is the treatment of choice.

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Medical Review— vHospital Editorial Team · 2024–2025
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