A US health system has unveiled a new hospital gown that aims to put the wraps on a big source of patients' grumbles - a lack of rear coverage.

Resembling a wrap-around robe, the "Model G" gown closes the once-draughty back, using adjustable snaps.

As well as catering to patients who appreciate a more modest look, the gown, which comes with colour-coded trim, is made from a cotton-poplin blend for improved comfort.

The gown was developed by the Henry Ford Innovation Institute at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.

Michigan-based Carhartt will now make 35,000 for use at Henry Ford Health System's six hospitals and 29 medical centres in the state.

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