Absorbable Suture with Needle PDS II Polydioxanone CP-1 1/2 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle Size 0 Monofilament

The PDS II suture is designed for extended support, retaining 80% of its strength at 2 weeks, 70% at 4 weeks, and 60% at 6 weeks.

Yes, it is specifically engineered for procedures requiring extended tensile strength. The material is a synthetic, absorbable monofilament designed to provide reliable support throughout the critical healing process.

No, it is an absorbable suture. It is engineered to be fully absorbed by the body within 183 to 238 days, eliminating the need for a follow-up visit for physical suture removal.

The CP-1 reverse cutting needle shape allows for exceptionally smooth passage through tissue, which helps minimize tissue trauma during the closure process.

Yes, all PDS II sutures are provided factory new and sterile in individual medical-grade foil pouches to ensure clinical safety upon opening.

This suture is uncoated. The smooth monofilament construction itself is designed to provide excellent passage through tissue while maintaining low tissue reactivity.

The 1/2 circle needle provides an optimal arc for navigating deep or confined surgical spaces, offering greater precision for controlled wound closure.

Yes, the suture is violet in color, which provides excellent contrast against tissue for better visibility during surgical procedures.

Each strand is 27 inches (70 cm) long, providing sufficient length for standard surgical wound closure techniques.

Each order contains a 36-strand pack, with each strand individually paired with a pre-attached CP-1 stainless steel needle.