J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle PDS™ II Polydioxanone PS-1 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle Size 3-0 Monofilament, 12/BX

Absorbable Suture with Needle PDS™ II Polydioxanone PS-1 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle Size 3-0 Monofilament, 12/BX

This absorbable suture with needle is a PDS II polydioxanone monofilament suture paired with a PS-1 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle. It fits buyers who need a sterile absorbable suture for procedural use where smooth tissue passage and low tissue reactivity matter. This SKU uses size 3-0 suture with an 18 inch strand and a 24 mm needle, packed 12 per box.

Good Fit For

• Facilities stocking absorbable monofilament sutures for procedural use
• Buyers standardizing on PS-1 reverse cutting needle configurations
• Clinical settings that need sterile 3-0 absorbable sutures

Key Features

• Polydioxanone monofilament suture supports absorbable wound closure needs
• PS-1 reverse cutting needle helps with controlled needle passage in tissue
• 3/8 circle needle shape supports precise handling during suturing tasks
• Smooth passage through tissue and low tissue reactivity help support procedural performance
• 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

• Stocking sterile absorbable sutures for clinical procedure trays
• Supporting suturing workflows that call for a reverse cutting needle
• Purchasing 3-0 monofilament sutures in 12-count box quantities

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 24 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This SKU uses a reverse cutting PS-1 needle, so buyers should confirm that needle style matches procedure preference.
• The suture is size 3-0 with an 18 inch length; confirm those specifications against your standard setup.
• Absorption timing and strength retention should be reviewed against facility protocol before purchase.

FAQ

• What type of suture is this? This is an absorbable PDS II polydioxanone monofilament suture with a needle.
• What needle configuration does this suture use? This suture comes with one PS-1 reverse cutting needle in a 3/8 circle shape. The needle length is 24 mm.
• What size and length is the suture? The suture is size 3-0 and the strand length is 18 inch.
• How long does the suture retain strength and absorb? 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.
• Is this suture sterile? Yes. This absorbable suture is sterile.

From PDS II by J & J Healthcare Systems.