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  • Title: Study shows Avanti breaks more than latex condoms.
    Journal: AIDS Alert; 1997 Sep; 12(9):105-7. PubMed ID: 11364586.
    Abstract:
    The Avanti polyurethane condom had a higher failure rate than latex condoms in a clinical trial, although pregnancy rates were favorable. According to the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) findings, the Avanti condom broke more often than latex control condoms, but pregnancy protection was found to be equivalent in both. The favorable pregnancy rate may mean that the study was compromised by people dropping out due to problems with Avanti. Marketed since 1991, Avanti condoms are thinner than latex versions, and have been plagued by higher breakage and slippage rates. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) must now decide on labeling for the new product.
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