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[BDSP. Notice produite par INIST-CNRS 5K2R0xaU. Diffusion soumise à autorisation]. Objectives : We evaluated female-condom use among women participating in an HIV/STD intervention designed to reduce unprotected sex and expand prevention strategies. Methods : Women (n=360) were recruited from a family-planning clinic and were randomized into an 8-or 4-session intervention group or a control group. We conducted follow-up interviews at 1,6, and 12 months. Results : At 1 month. the odds ratios of first-time female-condom use were 9.49 (95% confidence interval [CI]=4.01,22.20) in the 8-session group and 4.39 (95% CI=1.84,10.49) in the 4-session group relative to controls. Repeated use (n=21) was predicted by perceived ability to use, by self and partner satisfaction, by dislike of male condoms, and by previous diaphragm use. Conclusions : Gender sensitive cognitive behavioral interventions can influence women to try the female condom. To increase long-term use, interventions may need to include self-insertion practice and involvement of male partners.
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