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Condom use errors and problems: a global view.

Stephanie A Sanders¹, William L Yarber, Erin L Kaufman

¹The Kinsey Institute for Research in Sex, Gender, IN, USA. sanders@indiana.edu

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Condom use errors and problems are frequent globally, impacting protection effectiveness. Research and interventions must address these issues to improve typical condom use outcomes.

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Area of Science:

Sexual health research
Public health interventions
Behavioral science

Background:

Limited research exists on condom use errors and problems compared to consistency.
Condom use errors and problems are critical factors influencing contraceptive effectiveness.
Understanding these issues is vital for improving sexual health outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

To systematically review and present the global frequency of various condom use errors and problems.
To highlight common condom-related issues beyond breakage and slippage.
To provide a foundation for future research and interventions.

Main Methods:

A systematic literature search was performed for peer-reviewed articles.
The search covered English-language journals published between 1995 and 2011.
Fifty articles from 14 countries met the inclusion criteria.

Main Results:

Common errors include incorrect application, lubricant use, and withdrawal technique.
Frequent problems reported are breakage, slippage, leakage, and fit/feel issues.
Prevalence estimates varied significantly based on population and study period.

Conclusions:

Condom use errors and problems are prevalent worldwide across diverse populations.
Many common errors and problems occur more frequently than breakage or slippage.
The Condom Use Experience model is proposed to guide future research on improving condom effectiveness.