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Cellulose Gel May Increase Vaginal HIV Transmission
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Title Cellulose Gel May Increase Vaginal HIV Transmission
Url http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/578356?src=rss
Description The results of a randomized trial conducted in Africa and India indicates that a vaginal gel containing the HIV-entry inhibitor cellulose sulfate is not effective in preventing transmission of the virus. In fact, it may actually increase the risk of acquisition. Reuters Health Information
Category Articles > HIV/AIDS
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Date Aug 5, 2008
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