Role of cadexomer iodine ointment as debriding agent in 50 cases of skin and soft tissue infections

Background: The management of skin and soft tissue infections is a tedious job to tackle as many factors play important roles in wound healing. Wounds can be better managed healed faster if infection removed the way eliminate by use antiseptics, antibiotics solutions over wounds along with systemic antibiotics. In this study, we used cadexomer iodine ointment for various types wounds. Methods: This study was conducted tertiary care hospital. After screening, 50 patients (venous leg ulcers, postoperative infected wounds, traumatic controlled diabetic ulcers slough, abscesses left healing secondary intention after operation) were taken applied when had visible slough pus discharge. Results: Majority (about 88%) free about week two weeks, all (100%) from slough. 74% have complete closure 22% reduction total surface area between 75-99% 4 weeks period. Conclusions: Under conditions, good topical agent debridement which are It also helps wound.