Perfect use
How well a method works when used exactly as directed, every single time.
What does perfect use mean?
Perfect use: How well a method works when used exactly as directed, every single time.
How it is used in the Splash library
Perfect use is how well it works used exactly right every time.
From “Every contraception method, compared”It’s over 99% effective with perfect use and 91% with typical use.
From “The combined pill”It’s over 99% effective with perfect use and 91% with typical use.
From “The mini pill (progestogen-only pill)”They’re 95% effective with perfect use and 79% typically.
From “Condoms: external & internal”With perfect use and expert teaching, the NHS estimates 91–99%.
From “Fertility awareness methods: the honest guide”
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