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

Absorbable Suture with Needle PDS II Polydioxanone SH 1/2 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 2 - 0 Monofilament, 1 Box

PDS II absorbable suture with needle is a long lasting synthetic absorbable suture for procedures where extended strength retention and smooth tissue passage matter. Healthcare buyers may choose it for surgical settings that need a monofilament suture with easier handling, greater pliability, and low tissue reactivity. This version uses a SH 1/2 circle taper point needle in size 2 - 0 and comes as 1 box.

Good Fit For

• Surgical settings needing a long lasting absorbable monofilament suture
• Procedures where smooth tissue passage is important
• Teams looking for an absorbable suture with easier handling and pliability

Key Features

• Long lasting synthetic absorbable suture for procedures that need extended support
• Greater pliability and easier handling to support surgical workflow
• Monofilament construction helps provide smooth passage through tissue
• Low tissue reactivity for applications where tissue response is a consideration
• 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

• Selecting an absorbable suture when longer strength retention is desired
• Using a taper point needle for tissue closure workflows that call for smooth passage
• Stocking surgical sutures by needle shape and suture size for procedure readiness

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Review the needle configuration and suture size to match the planned procedure
• Strength retention changes over time, so timing of wound support may affect product selection
• This listing is for 1 box, which may matter for purchasing and replenishment planning

FAQ

• How long does this absorbable suture retain strength? PDS II retains 80% of its strength at 2 weeks, 70% at 4 weeks, and 60% at 6 weeks.
• When is the suture fully absorbed? Complete mass absorption occurs in 183 to 238 days.
• What needle type does this suture use? This suture uses a SH 1/2 circle taper point needle.
• What suture size is this option? This option is size 2 - 0.
• Why might a buyer choose PDS II for a procedure? PDS II is a long lasting synthetic absorbable monofilament suture with greater pliability, easier handling, smooth passage through tissue, and low tissue reactivity.

From PDS II by J & J Healthcare Systems.