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Semen Marker
Study (1998)
- Description:Women
took samples from the vagina after intercourse to find out whether
condoms leaked small amounts of semen during intercourse.
- Results:Condoms,
even some that had small pin-sized holes, were able to prevent
semen from contacting the vagina.
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more details about the Semen Marker Study.
Polyurethane Condom Efficacy Study (1995)
- Description:Couples
used either a latex or a new polyurethane condom for birth control
for six months.
- Results:The
polyurethane condom broke more often than the latex condom. However,
in the long run, the polyurethane condom was just as effective
as the latex condom in preventing pregnancy.
- View
more details about the Polyurethane Condom Efficacy Study.
Polyurethane Condom Performance Study (1993)
- Description:Couples
used a series of latex and polyurethane condoms to see how well
they worked.
- Results:The
polyurethane condom broke more often than the latex condom and,
thus, may not be the best choice for individuals who want protection
from STD's.
- View
more details about the Polyurethane Condom Performance
Study.
IUD Study (1995)
- Description:1,985
women were given an antibiotic or a placebo (sugar pill) immediately
before IUD (intra-uterine device) insertion and were followed
for a year.
- Results:The
Copper-T 380A IUD is a safe, effective method of birth control
when used by women at low risk of STD's. The risk of infection
is so low that antibiotics are not necessary at the time of insertion.
- View
more details about the IUD Study.
Vaginal Sponge Efficacy Study (1992)
- Description:Women
used a new polyvinyl sponge filled with the spermicide benzalkonium
chloride for birth control for one year.
- Results:The
sponge was as effective as the cervical cap and the diaphragm.
Cervical Cap Efficacy Study (1985)
- Description:1200
women used either the cervical cap or a diaphragm for birth control
for up to three years.
- Results:The
cervical cap was as effective as the diaphragm in preventing pregnancy.
This study helped release the Prentif Cervical Cap in the United
States.
To read more about our on-going studies, please go to Find
Out About Our Studies
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