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

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

This absorbable suture with needle is a PDS II polydioxanone monofilament suture paired with a CTX 1/2 circle taper point needle. It fits buyers who need smooth tissue passage, low tissue reactivity, and extended strength retention for procedural use. This size 0 violet suture includes one 48 mm stainless steel needle and a 60 inch suture length.

Good Fit For

• Procedural settings that require an absorbable monofilament suture
• Applications where a taper point needle is preferred
• Buyers standardizing on size 0 sutures with a 60 inch length

Key Features

• Absorbable polydioxanone monofilament suture for procedures where gradual absorption is needed
• CTX 1/2 circle taper point needle supports smooth passage through tissue
• Low tissue reactivity helps support atraumatic handling
• Extended strength retention: 80% at 2 weeks, 70% at 4 weeks, and 60% at 6 weeks
• Complete mass absorption occurs in 183 to 238 days
• Box of 12 supports procedure room and surgical inventory planning

Applications and Usage

• Stocking absorbable sutures for surgical and procedural supply needs
• Selecting a monofilament suture for smooth tissue passage
• Choosing a suture with longer strength retention before absorption

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 48 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• This SKU uses a taper point needle rather than a cutting needle, so needle selection should match the tissue type and procedure preference.
• The suture is uncoated, which may matter for teams standardizing by handling characteristics.
• Strength retention and absorption timing should be reviewed against the healing profile needed for the procedure.

FAQ

• How long does this suture retain strength? This PDS II suture retains 80% of its strength 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 needle style comes with this suture? This suture comes with one CTX 1/2 circle taper point needle.
• What are the suture size and length? This SKU is size 0 with a 60 inch suture length.
• Is this a monofilament or braided suture? This is a monofilament polydioxanone suture.

From PDS II by J & J Healthcare Systems.