J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle PDS™ II Polydioxanone FS-1 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle Size 3 - 0 Monofilament

Absorbable Suture with Needle PDS™ II Polydioxanone FS-1 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle Size 3 - 0 Monofilament

PDS II absorbable suture with needle is a polydioxanone monofilament suture paired with an FS-1 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle. It fits buyers who need an absorbable suture designed for smooth tissue passage and low tissue reactivity in professional clinical settings. This option uses a size 3-0 clear suture with a 24 mm stainless steel needle and a 27 inch suture length.

Good Fit For

• Clinical suturing workflows requiring an absorbable monofilament suture
• Cases where a reverse cutting needle is preferred
• Buyers standardizing on size 3-0 sutures with FS-1 needles

Key Features

• Polydioxanone monofilament suture for absorbable wound closure needs
• FS-1 reverse cutting needle supports precise penetration in appropriate tissue types
• 3/8 circle needle shape helps with controlled handling during suturing
• Smooth passage through tissue and low tissue reactivity are noted in the product details
• Strength retention is 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

• Absorbable suturing where a size 3-0 monofilament is specified
• Procedures that call for an FS-1 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle
• Workflows that value smooth tissue passage and low tissue reactivity

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 24 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• This suture uses a reverse cutting needle, so needle type should match the intended procedure and tissue requirements.
• Absorption and strength retention occur over time, which may matter when selecting a suture for longer support needs.
• Buyers comparing variants should note the 24 mm needle size and 27 inch suture length.

FAQ

• How long does this suture retain strength? The product details state strength retention of 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 according to the product details.
• What needle configuration comes with this suture? This suture comes with one FS-1 stainless steel needle in a 3/8 circle reverse cutting configuration, with a 24 mm needle length.
• What are the suture size and length? The suture is size 3-0 and the suture length is 27 inch.

From PDS II by J & J Healthcare Systems.