J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle PDS™ II Polydioxanone SH-1 1/2 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 3-0 Monofilament, 36/BX

Absorbable Suture with Needle PDS™ II Polydioxanone SH-1 1/2 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 3-0 Monofilament, 36/BX

This absorbable suture with needle is a PDS II polydioxanone monofilament suture paired with an SH-1 1/2 circle taper point needle. It fits buyers who need a sterile suturing option that supports smooth passage through tissue with low tissue reactivity. This SKU uses size 3-0 suture with a 22 mm needle and comes in a box of 36.

Good Fit For

• Suturing workflows that call for an absorbable monofilament
• Procedures where a taper point needle is preferred
• Facilities stocking sterile sutures by the box

Key Features

• Polydioxanone monofilament suture supports absorbable closure needs
• SH-1 1/2 circle taper point needle helps with smooth passage through tissue
• Low tissue reactivity may support tissue handling goals
• Strength retention profile: 80% at 2 weeks, 70% at 4 weeks, 60% at 6 weeks
• Complete mass absorption occurs in 183 to 238 days
• Sterile box of 36 supports procedural stocking

Applications and Usage

• Stocking absorbable sutures for procedure rooms and surgical settings
• Selecting a size 3-0 monofilament suture for tissue closure needs
• Choosing a taper point needle option for smooth tissue passage

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 22 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This SKU uses an SH-1 1/2 circle taper point needle, so needle configuration should match your procedural preference.
• The suture is size 3-0 with a 27 inch length, which may matter when standardizing trays or surgeon preference cards.
• Absorption and strength retention timelines should align with the intended closure plan.

FAQ

• What type of suture material is this? This is a polydioxanone absorbable monofilament suture.
• What needle comes with this suture? This SKU uses one SH-1 taper point needle with a 1/2 circle shape and a 22 mm length.
• How long does the suture retain strength? The suture retains 80% 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.
• Is this suture sterile and how many are in the box? Yes. This suture is sterile, and the box holds 36.

From PDS II by J & J Healthcare Systems.