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Experts disagree over non-latex condoms
A metastudy (a review of other studies) that found non-latex polyurethane condoms have higher breakage rates than latex condoms has experts disagreeing on just who should use the non-latex variety. Non-latex condoms are made of polyurethane, a thin material that is an effective conductor of body heat, thus preserving pleasurable sensations in sexual contact.
The review compared non-latex condoms to latex condoms in terms of contraceptive efficacy, breakage and slippage, safety and user preference. The findings indicate that non-latex condoms showed significantly higher rates of breakage than latex condoms during intercourse or withdrawal. Despite this, a substantial number of study participants reported a preference for non-latex condoms.
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