Coitus Interruptus: Are there spermatozoa in the pre-ejaculate?

Coitus interruptus, also known as the withdrawal method, is the oldest form of male contraceptive method to be practiced. [1] It involves the male partner pulling out the penis before ejaculation. [1] Even though it is the oldest method of male contraception to be practiced, research has given it very little attention. The few studies that have been conducted suggest that it is widely practiced by men of all ages but more common among adolescents. [2] Some studies have reported its prevalence rate to vary between 9% and 48%. [3-5] A study in America reported the prevalence rate of coitus interruptus to be as high as 60% among sexually active black adolescents living in low-income urban areas. [2]