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EXPOSURE TOLERANCE OF POLYSTYRENE SULFONATE GEL

$0M01FY2000RRNIH

University Of Pittsburgh At Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh PA

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Abstract

This study will assess the use of Polstyrene Sulfonate (PSS) 2.5 ml in 5% and 10% concentrations when used vaginally by colposcopic examination to evaluate cervicovaginal irritation. Polystyrene Sulfonate Gel is a water-soluble polymer that makes sperm unable to penetrate cervical mucus or fertilize an oocyte. It also inhibits HIV, HSV, GC and CT in vitro.

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