J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle PDS™ II Polydioxanone FS-2 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle Size 3 - 0 Monofilament

Absorbable Suture with Needle PDS™ II Polydioxanone FS-2 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle Size 3 - 0 Monofilament

PDS II absorbable suture with needle is a monofilament polydioxanone suture paired with an FS-2 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle. It fits buyers who need an absorbable suture option that supports smooth passage through tissue and low tissue reactivity. This version uses a size 3-0 clear suture with a 27 inch length and a 19 mm stainless steel needle.

Good Fit For

• Teams selecting absorbable monofilament sutures
• Setups that call for a reverse cutting needle
• Buyers standardizing on 3-0, 27 inch suture configurations

Key Features

• Absorbable polydioxanone suture for procedures where long-term absorption is needed
• Monofilament construction supports smooth passage through tissue
• Reverse cutting FS-2 needle helps with controlled tissue penetration
• Strength retention: 80% at 2 weeks, 70% at 4 weeks, 60% at 6 weeks
• Complete mass absorption in 183 to 238 days
• Size 3-0 clear suture with 27 inch length and one 19 mm needle

Applications and Usage

• Selecting an absorbable suture with needle for procedures requiring gradual absorption
• Choosing a monofilament suture when smooth tissue passage is important
• Stocking procedure trays that use an FS-2 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 19 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• This suture is uncoated.
• The needle count is one needle per suture.
• Buyers comparing options may want to confirm the 19 mm needle size and 27 inch suture length match their standard setup.

FAQ

• What kind of suture material is used in this product? This product uses polydioxanone suture material in a monofilament format.
• What needle style comes with this suture? The suture comes with one FS-2 reverse cutting needle in a 3/8 circle shape.
• How long is the suture and what size is it? This version is size 3-0 and has a 27 inch suture length.
• How long does the suture retain strength? 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.

From PDS II by J & J Healthcare Systems.