Title: Changes in sexual behavior during a safety and feasibility trial of a microbicide / diaphragm combination: an integrated qualitative and quantitative analysis.

POPLINE Document Number: 313769

Author(s):

Guest G
Johnson L
Burke H
Rain-Taljaard R
Severy L

Source citation:

AIDS Education and Prevention, 2007 Aug;19(4):310-320.

Abstract:

If proven effective, vaginal microbicides and diaphragms will likely be part of a larger HIV prevention model that includes condoms and other prevention strategies. It is, therefore, important to understand how introducing new prevention methods may affect overall patterns of sexual risk behavior. Data presented were collected as part of a safety and feasibility study of ACIDFORM gel with a diaphragm among 120 women in South Africa. Interviews were administered at enrollment and months 1, 3, 5, and 6 of the trial. Focus groups were conducted at trial exit. Frequency of sex increased significantly after enrollment. This increase appears to be owing to perceived protection from HIV and greater sexual pleasure afforded by the gel. Male condom use was high overall but increased significantly from enrollment. Data suggest this is because of increased partner involvement, increased negotiating power afforded by study participation, and provision of free condoms perceived to be of high quality. (author's)

Keywords:

Global
Research Report
Clinical Trials
Control Groups
Focus Groups
Women
Vaginal Gel
Microbicides
Vaginal Diaphragm
Condom
HIV Prevention
Sex Behavior
Coital Frequency
Perception
Clinical Research
Research Methodology
Data Collection
Demographic Factors
Population
Vaginal Spermicides
Contraceptive Methods
Contraception
Family Planning
Drugs
Treatment
Medical Procedures
Medicine
Health Services
Delivery of Health Care
Health
Vaginal Barrier Methods
Barrier Methods
HIV Infections
Viral Diseases
Diseases
Behavior
Psychological Factors