2001
DOI: 10.1016/s0010-7824(00)00192-x
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Structural integrity of the female condom after multiple uses, washing, drying, and re-lubrication

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“…The studies clearly indicate that disinfecting, washing and drying a female condom up to seven times does not harm the structural integrity of the device. [30][31][32] WHO recommends use of a new female condom for every act of intercourse. Recognising the urgent need for risk-reduction strategies for women who cannot or do not access new condoms, WHO has developed a draft protocol for the safe handling and preparation of used female condoms for re-use.…”
Section: Technical Issuesmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The studies clearly indicate that disinfecting, washing and drying a female condom up to seven times does not harm the structural integrity of the device. [30][31][32] WHO recommends use of a new female condom for every act of intercourse. Recognising the urgent need for risk-reduction strategies for women who cannot or do not access new condoms, WHO has developed a draft protocol for the safe handling and preparation of used female condoms for re-use.…”
Section: Technical Issuesmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…8 Women were eligible to participate in the study if they were 17 years old or older, were sexually active, and were willing to comply with the study procedures. This study population was comprised almost entirely of commercial sex workers (80%) and women at high risk for STI acquisition.…”
Section: Cohort Study: Female Condom Reusersmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…[6][7][8] These studies found that, for two of the main tests for examining structural integrity and safety standards (the seam strength and airburst pressure tests), results remained well above manufacturing specifications after eight washes. In another test of structural integrity, the water leakage test, a breakage rate of between 1.7% and 1.9% was reported in the two in vivo studies investigating reuse.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 96%
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