J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle PDS™ II Polydioxanone CT-1 1/2 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 2 - 0 Monofilament

Absorbable Suture with Needle PDS™ II Polydioxanone CT-1 1/2 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 2 - 0 Monofilament

PDS II absorbable suture with needle is a monofilament polydioxanone suture paired with a CT-1 1/2 circle taper point needle. It fits surgical settings that need smooth tissue passage, low tissue reactivity, and absorbable wound closure. This SKU uses a size 2-0 clear suture with a 27 inch length and a 36 mm stainless steel needle.

Good Fit For

• Surgical wound closure requiring an absorbable monofilament suture
• Procedures where smooth tissue passage and low tissue reactivity are priorities

Key Features

• Absorbable monofilament polydioxanone suture for wound closure that does not require permanent implantation
• CT-1 1/2 circle taper point needle supports smooth passage through tissue
• Size 2-0 clear suture helps buyers match the needed gauge and visibility preference
• 27 inch suture length paired with one 36 mm stainless steel needle per unit
• Strength retention profile: 80% at 2 weeks, 70% at 4 weeks, and 60% at 6 weeks
• Complete mass absorption occurs in 183 to 238 days

Applications and Usage

• Selecting an absorbable suture for surgical closure when a taper point needle is preferred
• Stocking operating rooms or procedure areas with size 2-0 monofilament sutures
• Standardizing on a 27 inch suture length with a 36 mm CT-1 needle

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 36 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Needle type and shape matter for tissue handling; this SKU uses a taper point 1/2 circle needle
• Absorption timeline and strength retention should align with the procedure's healing expectations
• This suture is uncoated and clear, which may affect handling preference and visibility

FAQ

• What kind of needle comes with this suture? This suture comes with one CT-1 taper point needle in a 1/2 circle shape. The needle length is 36 mm and the needle material is stainless steel.
• What are the suture material and construction? The suture is made of polydioxanone and uses a monofilament construction. It is also uncoated and clear.
• How long does this suture retain strength? The reported strength retention is 80% at 2 weeks, 70% at 4 weeks, and 60% at 6 weeks.
• How long does absorption take? Complete mass absorption occurs in 183 to 238 days.
• What size and length is this suture? This SKU is size 2-0 and the suture length is 27 inch.

From PDS II by J & J Healthcare Systems.