Secuderm® Regulatory, Safety & Research
Regulatory Information
CE marked
WAND Reference: 241031-WAND-74E36C
GMDN Code: 62069 (Skin semi-occlusive dressing)
Manufacturer: SAS Douchossec, France
NZ Sponsor: Drywaters Limited, Wellington, New Zealand - sales@secuderm.co.nz
Product Documentation and Instructions for use
Intended use: Secuderm® is a waterproof secondary protection system designed to protect a primary dressing or selected medical device from water without the protective film adhering directly to the protected area.Step-by-Step Instructions: Clean, Apply Gel, Wait, Place film, Remove gentlyInstructions for use: Read the leaflet carefully
Safety information
Always read the label and follow the instructions.
Safety Warnings and Contraindications:
Never apply Secuderm® in the following cases:- Known allergies or reaction to silicone.- Known allergy or reaction to ethyl acetate or acetone-free nail polish remover.- Children under 36 months.Special warnings:- Do not apply the gel to the wound, nor in the eyes, mouth, or on mucous membranes.- In case of an allergic reaction: rinse thoroughly and consult your doctor immediately.- Keep out of the reach and sight of children.Specific precautions:- Apply the gel only on healthy skin.- Shave areas with significant hair growth.- Smooth out any calloused areas to facilitate adhesion.- Wait at least 45 minutes after applying the protective film before removing it to reduce gel residue.- To remove the film and gel: gently and gradually pull on the film.
Published Research & Field Experience
Secuderm® has been described in several medical publications and field reports covering wound protection, waterproof protection and use in demanding environments.
The publications below provide additional information on the use, performance and potential applications of Secuderm®.
Wound or Medical Device Protection: Benefits of the Waterproof Dressing Secuderm®
- AuthorsHugues Lefort, MD; Olivier Bon, MD; Olivier Hersan, MD; Sébastien Travers, MD; Mathieu Bignand, MD; Jean-Philippe Tourtier, MD
- Publication / Journal
Med Emergency – Mediterranean Journal of Emergency Medicine, No. 20, pp. 3–8
- Year: 2014
- Publication type: Original article
- What the study investigatedThe study presents the benefits, potential indications, limitations and practical use of Secuderm® as a waterproof dressing for protecting wounds and medical devices during the healing process, including in difficult and exceptional care situations.
- Key findingsThe authors report experience using Secuderm® for acute and chronic wounds exposed to repeated water exposure, excessive sweating, friction, water projection and immersion. Applications described include military missions in French Guiana, treatment of Buruli ulcers in Cameroon, post-arthroscopy wound protection and protection of medical devices such as catheters.The publication also reports successful use in demanding operational conditions. During an operation in the equatorial rainforest of French Guiana, Secuderm® was used on six occasions over a two-month period and was reported to withstand extreme temperature, humidity and hygiene conditions. The authors report that 30 operational days were saved in this context.The authors describe the transparency of the film as an advantage for monitoring the underlying dressing and local skin condition, and report that the dressing maintained its protective properties for several days in the situations described.The article concludes that Secuderm® offers a simple waterproof protection solution in a range of care situations, while explicitly noting that further prospective studies are needed.
Read the full publication → Mediterranean Journal of Emergency Medicine (English) Nager pour cicatriser, ou comment le pansement conduit à l'éducation thérapeutique (Swim to heal, or the way the wound dressing leads to therapeutic education) - Authors: N. Tagand, H. Lefort, G. DosSantos, Y. Irani, D. Casanova Affiliations: Service de chirurgie plastique, Hôpital La Conception, Marseille Service Médical d'Urgence, Brigade de sapeurs-pompiers de Paris Hôpital de jour éducation thérapeutique, service du Pr Raccah, Marseille - Publication / Journal: Journal des Plaies et Cicatrisation, N° 87, Mars 2013, Tome XVIII - Year: 2013 - Publication Type: Case report / Clinical observation (Observation clinique) - What the study investigated: The publication investigated the case of a 70-year-old obese, insulin-dependent diabetic patient with a chronic leg wound. The study explored how using a waterproof secondary dressing (Secuderm®) enabled the patient to resume swimming, which was his motivation, and how this intervention led to improved wound healing and engagement in therapeutic education. The focus was on how aligning medical care with the patient's personal goals (participation in a swimming competition) could facilitate both physical healing and long-term behavioral change through therapeutic education. - Key findings: The waterproof dressing allowed the patient to train and participate in a swimming competition, which was a strong personal motivator. The intervention led to progressive wound healing: after six months, the wound became superficial and required only simple, spaced-out care. The patient, initially passive and neglectful of his diabetes and wound, became actively involved in his care and agreed to participate in a therapeutic education program. The approach demonstrated that leveraging a patient's personal motivations (here, sport) can be a powerful lever for engagement, adherence to care, and long-term autonomy. The case highlights the importance of holistic, patient-centered care and communication tailored to the patient's interests and background. Example: The patient was able to participate in the "Défi Monte-Cristo" swimming event thanks to the waterproof dressing, which also served as a catalyst for him to better manage his diabetes and become a partner in his own care. Read the full publication → Journal des plaies et cicatrisations - Swim to heal (Abstract in English, text in French) Feedback on the Use of the Secondary Waterproof Dressing Secuderm® in Equatorial Forests (Guyana) - Authors: H. Lefort, MD; P.-E. Romanat, MD; N. A. Ouattara, MD; J.-P. Pradier, MD Publication / Journal : Journal des Plaies et Cicatrisations, No. 73, Volume XV, pp. 20–24 - Year: 2010 - Publication type: Field experience report - What the publication investigated The publication reports field experience with Secuderm® as a waterproof secondary dressing in extreme equatorial forest conditions in French Guiana. The authors evaluated its performance in protecting wounds and primary dressings during military operations in a particularly demanding environment. - Key findings Sixteen Secuderm® dressings were applied to French military personnel for periods ranging from several hours to a maximum of three days, covering different types of primary dressings. The authors report that all 16 dressings maintained their waterproof properties and that wound healing could continue without interrupting the military missions. Following exposure to water, including showering and swimming in a stream, none of the dressings tore or became detached. The authors report that the dressings remained waterproof and could be removed easily without leaving residue or causing contact skin reactions. They also reported no obvious maceration or deterioration of healthy surrounding skin in the cases observed. The authors describe additional practical advantages including ease of application, adaptability to different shapes and anatomical areas, prolonged hold, transparency allowing monitoring of the underlying dressing and skin, and resistance to the demanding environmental conditions encountered in the field. Conclusion The authors conclude that Secuderm® helped reduce time away from field duties in this specific military environment and provided an original waterproof protection solution for acute or healing wounds. They also state that its use should be evaluated in other atypical or more conventional conditions. Read the full publication → Journal des plaies et cicatrisations - Use of Secuderm in Tropical Forests (Abstract in English, text in French) Protection of Wounds with a Waterproof Dressing in Emergency Situations
- AuthorsHugues Lefort, Frédéric Belot, Lionel Lachenaud, David Marrache, Cécil Astaud, Daniel Jost, Laurent Domanski
- Publication / Journal3SM Mag – Magazine du Service de Santé et de Secours Médical des Sapeurs-Pompiers, No. 14
- Year: 2012
- Publication type: Operational / field report
- What the publication investigatedThe publication describes the use of Secuderm® as a waterproof secondary dressing for wound protection in emergency, military and other challenging operational environments. It discusses its use where conventional wound care can be difficult, including aquatic activities, tropical and equatorial environments, and situations requiring protection during decontamination.
- Key findingsThe authors report experience with Secuderm® during Operation HARPIE 2009 in French Guiana, where it was used 16 times over two months in equatorial forest conditions. The dressings were reported to withstand extreme temperature, humidity and hygiene conditions for periods ranging from several hours to three days, with approximately 30 operational days preserved.
The publication also describes testing in other operational contexts, including an exercise involving the Paris Fire Brigade's NRBC response teams. Five Secuderm® dressings were applied during a large-scale exercise, and the publication reports that the dressing could be applied while wearing gloves and withstand the force of a decontamination shower. However, the authors explicitly state that the potential diffusion of toxic substances through the film had not been tested.
The authors describe the waterproof dressing as adaptable to different sizes and anatomical areas, including joints, mobile areas and difficult-to-access locations. They also report that the transparent film allowed visual monitoring of the underlying primary dressing and local skin condition.
ConclusionThe authors conclude that Secuderm® can provide waterproof protection and maintain the underlying dressing in demanding situations, potentially reducing the need for additional medical devices and interventions while improving patient and healthcare-team comfort.
Read the full publication → Magazine du Service de Santé et de Secours Médical des Sapeurs-Pompiers (Health and Medical Rescue Service of the Firefighters, French)
Read the full publication → Mediterranean Journal of Emergency Medicine (English) Nager pour cicatriser, ou comment le pansement conduit à l'éducation thérapeutique (Swim to heal, or the way the wound dressing leads to therapeutic education) - Authors: N. Tagand, H. Lefort, G. DosSantos, Y. Irani, D. Casanova Affiliations: Service de chirurgie plastique, Hôpital La Conception, Marseille Service Médical d'Urgence, Brigade de sapeurs-pompiers de Paris Hôpital de jour éducation thérapeutique, service du Pr Raccah, Marseille - Publication / Journal: Journal des Plaies et Cicatrisation, N° 87, Mars 2013, Tome XVIII - Year: 2013 - Publication Type: Case report / Clinical observation (Observation clinique) - What the study investigated: The publication investigated the case of a 70-year-old obese, insulin-dependent diabetic patient with a chronic leg wound. The study explored how using a waterproof secondary dressing (Secuderm®) enabled the patient to resume swimming, which was his motivation, and how this intervention led to improved wound healing and engagement in therapeutic education. The focus was on how aligning medical care with the patient's personal goals (participation in a swimming competition) could facilitate both physical healing and long-term behavioral change through therapeutic education. - Key findings: The waterproof dressing allowed the patient to train and participate in a swimming competition, which was a strong personal motivator. The intervention led to progressive wound healing: after six months, the wound became superficial and required only simple, spaced-out care. The patient, initially passive and neglectful of his diabetes and wound, became actively involved in his care and agreed to participate in a therapeutic education program. The approach demonstrated that leveraging a patient's personal motivations (here, sport) can be a powerful lever for engagement, adherence to care, and long-term autonomy. The case highlights the importance of holistic, patient-centered care and communication tailored to the patient's interests and background. Example: The patient was able to participate in the "Défi Monte-Cristo" swimming event thanks to the waterproof dressing, which also served as a catalyst for him to better manage his diabetes and become a partner in his own care. Read the full publication → Journal des plaies et cicatrisations - Swim to heal (Abstract in English, text in French) Feedback on the Use of the Secondary Waterproof Dressing Secuderm® in Equatorial Forests (Guyana) - Authors: H. Lefort, MD; P.-E. Romanat, MD; N. A. Ouattara, MD; J.-P. Pradier, MD Publication / Journal : Journal des Plaies et Cicatrisations, No. 73, Volume XV, pp. 20–24 - Year: 2010 - Publication type: Field experience report - What the publication investigated The publication reports field experience with Secuderm® as a waterproof secondary dressing in extreme equatorial forest conditions in French Guiana. The authors evaluated its performance in protecting wounds and primary dressings during military operations in a particularly demanding environment. - Key findings Sixteen Secuderm® dressings were applied to French military personnel for periods ranging from several hours to a maximum of three days, covering different types of primary dressings. The authors report that all 16 dressings maintained their waterproof properties and that wound healing could continue without interrupting the military missions. Following exposure to water, including showering and swimming in a stream, none of the dressings tore or became detached. The authors report that the dressings remained waterproof and could be removed easily without leaving residue or causing contact skin reactions. They also reported no obvious maceration or deterioration of healthy surrounding skin in the cases observed. The authors describe additional practical advantages including ease of application, adaptability to different shapes and anatomical areas, prolonged hold, transparency allowing monitoring of the underlying dressing and skin, and resistance to the demanding environmental conditions encountered in the field. Conclusion The authors conclude that Secuderm® helped reduce time away from field duties in this specific military environment and provided an original waterproof protection solution for acute or healing wounds. They also state that its use should be evaluated in other atypical or more conventional conditions. Read the full publication → Journal des plaies et cicatrisations - Use of Secuderm in Tropical Forests (Abstract in English, text in French) Protection of Wounds with a Waterproof Dressing in Emergency Situations
- AuthorsHugues Lefort, Frédéric Belot, Lionel Lachenaud, David Marrache, Cécil Astaud, Daniel Jost, Laurent Domanski
- Publication / Journal3SM Mag – Magazine du Service de Santé et de Secours Médical des Sapeurs-Pompiers, No. 14
- Year: 2012
- Publication type: Operational / field report
- What the publication investigatedThe publication describes the use of Secuderm® as a waterproof secondary dressing for wound protection in emergency, military and other challenging operational environments. It discusses its use where conventional wound care can be difficult, including aquatic activities, tropical and equatorial environments, and situations requiring protection during decontamination.
- Key findingsThe authors report experience with Secuderm® during Operation HARPIE 2009 in French Guiana, where it was used 16 times over two months in equatorial forest conditions. The dressings were reported to withstand extreme temperature, humidity and hygiene conditions for periods ranging from several hours to three days, with approximately 30 operational days preserved.
The publication also describes testing in other operational contexts, including an exercise involving the Paris Fire Brigade's NRBC response teams. Five Secuderm® dressings were applied during a large-scale exercise, and the publication reports that the dressing could be applied while wearing gloves and withstand the force of a decontamination shower. However, the authors explicitly state that the potential diffusion of toxic substances through the film had not been tested.
The authors describe the waterproof dressing as adaptable to different sizes and anatomical areas, including joints, mobile areas and difficult-to-access locations. They also report that the transparent film allowed visual monitoring of the underlying primary dressing and local skin condition.
ConclusionThe authors conclude that Secuderm® can provide waterproof protection and maintain the underlying dressing in demanding situations, potentially reducing the need for additional medical devices and interventions while improving patient and healthcare-team comfort.
Read the full publication → Magazine du Service de Santé et de Secours Médical des Sapeurs-Pompiers (Health and Medical Rescue Service of the Firefighters, French)
WatEarProof® Regulatory & Safety Information
Regulatory Details
CE marked
WAND Reference: 241031-WAND-74E39W
GMDN Code: 61741 (Ear dressing)
Manufacturer: SAS Douchossec, France
NZ Sponsor: Drywaters Limited, Wellington, New Zealand - sales@secuderm.co.nz
Product Documentation and Instructions for use
Intended use: WatEarProof® provides protection of the ear against water and against dust.Step-by-Step Instructions: Clean, Apply Gel, Wait, Place film, Remove gentlyInstructions for use: Read the leaflet carefully
Safety & Instructions
Always read the label and follow the instructions.
Intended Use : WatEarProof® provides protection of the ear against water and against dust.Step-by-Step Instructions : Clean, Apply Gel, Wait, Place film, Remove gentlySafety Warnings and Contraindications:
Never apply WatEarProof® in the following cases:- Known allergies or reaction to silicone.- Known allergy or reaction to ethyl acetate or acetone-free nail polish remover.- Children under 36 months.Special warnings:- Do not apply the gel to the wound, nor in the eyes, mouth, or on mucous membranes.- In case of an allergic reaction: rinse thoroughly and consult your doctor immediately.- Keep out of the reach and sight of children.Specific precautions:- Apply the gel only on healthy skin.- Shave areas with significant hair growth.- Smooth out any calloused areas to facilitate adhesion.- Wait at least 45 minutes after applying the protective film before removing it to reduce gel residue.- To remove the film and gel: gently and gradually pull on the film.
Clinical Evidence
WatEarProof relies on Secuderm's technology. Secuderm's effectiveness and innovation have been highlighted in several medical publications.