J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle PDS™ II Polydioxanone PS-2 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 4 - 0 Monofilament

Absorbable Suture with Needle PDS™ II Polydioxanone PS-2 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 4 - 0 Monofilament

PDS II absorbable suture with needle is a monofilament polydioxanone suture paired with a PS-2 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle. This option fits buyers who need a reverse cutting needle for tissue passage with low tissue reactivity and predictable strength retention over time. Key specs include a size 4-0 violet suture, 18 inch length, and a 19 mm stainless steel needle.

Good Fit For

• Procedures requiring a reverse cutting needle
• Workflows that call for absorbable monofilament suture
• Buyers matching a PS-2 3/8 circle needle preference

Key Features

• Polydioxanone monofilament suture supports smooth passage through tissue
• Precision reverse cutting needle helps meet procedural preferences for needle performance
• Strength retention profile: 80% at 2 weeks, 70% at 4 weeks, 60% at 6 weeks
• Complete mass absorption occurs in 183 to 238 days
• Size 4-0 violet suture with 18 inch length for specific procedural needs
• 19 mm PS-2 stainless steel needle in a 3/8 circle shape

Applications and Usage

• Selecting an absorbable suture when long-term absorption is preferred
• Matching a size 4-0 monofilament suture requirement
• Standardizing around a PS-2 19 mm 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 19 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Confirm the required suture size, needle code, and needle shape before ordering
• This SKU uses an uncoated monofilament polydioxanone suture
• Strength retention changes over time, so timing requirements should be reviewed against procedure needs

FAQ

• What type of suture material is used? This suture uses polydioxanone in a monofilament format.
• What needle comes with this suture? The suture is attached to one PS-2 precision reverse cutting needle with a 3/8 circle shape and 19 mm length.
• How long is the suture and what size is it? This SKU has an 18 inch suture in size 4-0.
• How long does the suture retain strength? The stated 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.