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Vaginal mechanical contraceptive devices.

M Smith, B N Barwin

Canadian Medical Association Journal

|October 1, 1983

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Concerns about oral contraceptives and intrauterine devices are driving demand for vaginal contraceptives. This article compares the effectiveness and drawbacks of vaginal sponges, cervical caps, and diaphragms.

Area of Science:

Reproductive Health
Contraception Research

Background:

Growing consumer and physician concerns regarding adverse effects of oral contraceptives and intrauterine devices.
Increased demand for alternative birth control methods.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss and compare the efficacy, advantages, and disadvantages of various vaginal contraceptive devices.
To provide a comparative analysis of vaginal sponges, cervical caps, and diaphragms.

Main Methods:

Literature review and comparative analysis of existing data on vaginal contraceptive devices.
Evaluation of efficacy, safety, and user-related factors.

Main Results:

Detailed comparison of vaginal sponges, cervical caps, and diaphragms based on effectiveness and side effect profiles.

Keywords:

Barrier Methods Cervical Cap Contraception Contraceptive Effectiveness Contraceptive Methods Contraceptive Usage Evaluation Family Planning Method Acceptability Use-effectiveness Vaginal Barrier Methods Vaginal Diaphragm Vaginal Sponge

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Identification of specific advantages and disadvantages for each method.

Conclusions:

Vaginal contraceptive devices offer alternatives to hormonal and intrauterine methods.
Informed selection of vaginal contraceptives depends on individual needs and preferences, considering efficacy and user experience.