Abstract: A bandage which is particularly suitable for use on large wounds such as skin grafts and burns. The bandage has a ring of pliant material adapted for engagement with the skin surrounding a wound, an absorbent material extending around the inner periphery of the ring of pliant material for collecting exudate from the wound, an adhesive on the lower side of the ring of pliant material for affixing the bandage to the skin, an air permeable member affixed to the upper side of the ring of pliant material and adapted to cover the area within the ring without touching the wound, and an outer protective layer overlying the air permeable member and having a plurality of openings through which air can pass.