The most effective methods of birth control are sterilization by means of vasectomy in males and tubal ligation in females, intrauterine devices (IUDs) and implantable contraceptives. This is followed by a number of hormonal contraceptives including oral pills, patches, vaginal rings, and injections.
Strongyloides StronÂ·gyÂ·loiÂ·des (strÅn'jÉ-loi'dÄz) n. A genus of small nematode intestinal parasites that includes the species that causes strongyloidiasis in humans.
Approach Considerations. All persons found to harbor Strongyloides organisms should be treated, even if they are asymptomatic, because of the risk of hyperinfection. However, for infected pregnant patients, clinicians may prefer to defer treatment for strongyloidiasis until after the first trimester.