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The prophylactic properties of the Today® sponge and other spermicide containing contraceptives

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Berger, K.L., Remington, K. The prophylactic properties of the Today® sponge and other spermicide containing contraceptives. Adv Contracept 3, 125–131 (1987). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01890700

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