Abstract
Introduction
The objective of this study was to examine factors associated with willingness to
use the contraceptive vaginal ring among college students.
Material and Methods
We electronically surveyed a random sample of female undergraduates. Factors associated
with willingness to use the contraceptive vaginal ring were evaluated using a logistic
regression model.
Results
Six hundred ninety-one women answered the survey. Willingness to use the contraceptive
vaginal ring was positively associated with willingness to use the contraceptive patch,
being employed at least 20 h/week, acceptability of a monthly contraceptive, acceptability
of self-insertion, acceptability of feeling ring during intercourse and concern over
potential hormonal side effects. Willingness to use the contraceptive vaginal ring
was negatively associated with current use of oral contraceptives.
Discussion
Busy lifestyle and acceptance of its characteristics were associated with willingness
to use the contraceptive vaginal ring. Counseling should focus on addressing women's
concerns about vaginal administration and side effects.
Keywords
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: May 26, 2007
Accepted:
March 21,
2007
Received in revised form:
March 18,
2007
Received:
February 27,
2007
Footnotes
���This work was supported by an investigator-initiated research award from Organon Pharmaceuticals.
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