Stopping Strongyloides Autoinfection (IMAGE) University of Pennsylvania Caption Unlike other nematode parasites, Strongyloides stercoralis has the unique ability to carry out its entire life cycle within a human host, a state known as autoinfection. Researchers identified a way to suppress this potentially lethal form of infection in a mouse model. Credit James Lok Usage Restrictions In context of reporting License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.