Qualitative exploration of intrinsic and extrinsic factors that influence acceptability of semisoft vaginal suppositories

摘要

BackgroundVaginal microbicides are a promising means to prevent the transmission of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, by empowering women to initiate use prophylactically when they perceive themselves to be at risk. However, in clinical trials, microbicides have shown mixed results, with the consistent finding that effectiveness varies substantially as a function of user adherence.