Evaluating the Effectiveness of Barrier Contraceptive Methods: Impact of Emergency Contraception

Table of Contents

Executive Summary

Context for Discussing Barrier Methods and Emergency Contraception

• Effectiveness of Available Barrier Methods
• Uniform Contraceptive Labeling -- An FDA Update
• Availability and Utilization of Emergency Contraception

Experience from Recent or Ongoing Barrier Contraceptive Effectiveness Trials

• Comparing Polyurethane and Latex Condoms
• Comparing Non-latex and Latex Condoms
• Lea's Shield and FemCap Trials
• Efficacy Trial of Spermicidal Agents
• True Efficacy Study

Summary of Issues Raised Because of EC Availability

Afternoon Discussion

References and Acknowledgements