Abstract Objective : To introduce a new wound dressing application for the treatment of open wounds using
transparent plastic food wrapping film.
Materials and Methods : The material is polyvinyl chloride plastic film readily available, inexpensive
and requires minimal simple skill to prepare for use as dressing materials. The application of the dressing in
conjunction with Betadine ointment and sterile gauze makes dressing changes less painful.
Results : The infection rate is low with a faster rate of wound healing. Three and a half years of follow
up yielded very good wound healing results. The clinical applications of this simple plastic material in various
situations are described along with discussion of precautions.
Conclusion : D-derm should be considered as an alternative to conventional dressings in order to reduce
the cost of treatment of open wounds.

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