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A new method of treating wounds after major trauma costing nearly £150 per dressing is no more effective in reducing surgical infection rates than a standard wound dressing priced under £2, potentially saving the NHS millions.

Op-site dressing at laparotomy wound applied immediately to the patient after surgery. © Shutterstock