Efficacy, Safety, and Cost-Effectiveness of Healthium Theruptor Versus 3M Tegaderm Versus Plain Gauze Dressing for Wound Dressings Used in Abdominal and Joint Surgeries: A Prospective, Multicentric, Randomized Study.

Background In the realm of surgical and postoperative care, the application of wound dressings is a standard practice to facilitate healing, minimize infection risks, and offer a protective barrier against pathogens for optimal recovery. For instance, Theruptor is an active advanced wound care product with patented microbicidal technology. In the present study, we conducted a randomized clinical trial to compare the clinical efficacy and safety of Healthium Theruptor, 3M Tegaderm, and plain gauze dressings in patients undergoing abdominal and joint surgeries.