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Condom failure among homosexual men.

S Golombok1, J Sketchley, J Rust

  • 1Department of Psychology, City University, London, U.K.

Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes
|January 1, 1989
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Condom breakage during anal intercourse is a significant concern for homosexual men. Over 30% of condom users reported breakage, with 1 in 27 condoms failing, likely due to physical stress.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Sexual Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Condom use is a primary method for preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintended pregnancies.
  • Understanding condom failure rates is crucial for effective risk reduction strategies.
  • Previous research has highlighted concerns regarding condom integrity during sexual activity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the incidence and factors associated with condom breakage during anogenital sex among homosexual men.
  • To quantify the frequency of condom failure in this population.
  • To identify potential causes of condom breakage based on user reports and literature review.

Main Methods:

  • A postal questionnaire survey was administered to 262 homosexual men.

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  • A subset of 97 participants who reported condom use during anogenital sex was analyzed.
  • Data on condom breakage incidents and potential contributing factors were collected and examined.

    • Main Results:

    • Thirty-one percent of homosexual men who used condoms during anal intercourse reported at least one instance of condom breakage.
    • The overall frequency of condom breakage was found to be approximately 1 in 27 condom uses during anal intercourse.
    • Physical stress on the condom was identified as a likely primary factor contributing to breakage incidents.

    Conclusions:

    • Condom breakage represents a notable risk during anal intercourse among homosexual men.
    • The findings underscore the importance of addressing condom integrity and proper usage to enhance sexual health.
    • Further research into mitigating physical stress and improving condom design may be warranted.