To compare rate of infection and wound healing between chlorhexidine impregnated paraffin gauze and dry povidone-iodine dressings in post-traumatic wounds.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients 18-65 years of age with acute post-trauma wounds.
• Wounds that are clean contaminated at presentation.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients with the known allergies to Chlorhexidine or Povidone-Iodine.
• Chronic wounds or those with underlying chronic conditions, such as diabetes.
• Patients with compromised immune systems.
• Pregnant females