Barrier methods of birth control

References

Citations

  1. Trussell J (2004). The essentials of contraception: Efficacy, safety, and personal considerations. In RA Hatcher et al., eds., Contraceptive Technology, 18th ed., pp. 221–252. New York: Ardent Media.

  2. U.S. Food and Drug Administration (2002). Birth Control Guide. Available online: http://www.fda.gov/fdac/features/1997/babyguide.pdf.


Author: Merrill HaydenLast Updated: May 23, 2006
Medical Review: Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine
Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology

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