Ease of Use (Menstrual Cup vs. Usual Products)

    Last Updated: August 16, 2022

    Ease of use (menstrual cup vs. usual product) describes how straightforward it is to use a menstrual cup when compared to usual products.

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    4. Menstrual Cups - Mags E Beksinska, Jenni Smit, Ross Greener, Catherine S Todd, Mei-ling Ting Lee, Virginia Maphumulo, Vivian HoffmannAcceptability and performance of the menstrual cup in South Africa: a randomized crossover trial comparing the menstrual cup to tampons or sanitary padsJ Womens Health (Larchmt).(2015 Feb)
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