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Latex condoms have slight edge
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Mon, 10 Mar 2003 16:38:30 -0500
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Greetings and apologies for any cross-postings!

Latex condoms have slight edge

A new USAID-funded study by Family Health International shows that the
standard latex condom has a slight edge over the polyurethane condom when it
comes to pregnancy prevention.  But the newer, looser-fitting polyurethane
condom can prevent pregnancy as well as other barrier methods and may be an
alternative for individuals with latex sensitivity.  To learn more, see
http://health.yahoo.com/search/healthnews?lb=s&p=id%3A36625
<http://health.yahoo.com/search/healthnews?lb=s&p=id%3A36625> .

Reference:

Steiner, MJ, Dominik R, Rountree RW, Nanda K, Dorflinger LJ. Contraceptive
effectiveness of a polyurethane condom and a latex condom: a randomized
controlled trial. Obstet Gynecol 2003;101(3):539-47.

David Hock
Senior Information Projects Coordinator
Family Health International
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