{"product_id":"ethicon-pds-r-plus-antibacterial-polydioxanone-undyed-absorbable-surgical-suture-usp-4-0-45-cm-pc-3-prime-mp-conventional-cutting-needle-16-mm-pdp9867h-box-of-36","title":"Ethicon PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Undyed Absorbable Surgical Suture | USP 4-0 | 45 cm | PC-3 PRIME™ MP Conventional Cutting Needle (16 mm) | PDP9867H (Box of 36)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP9867H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring prolonged tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus incorporates triclosan antibacterial technology to support infection risk management in surgical environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe USP 4-0 diameter provides controlled tensile performance suitable for dermal and general soft tissue closure. The undyed monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and reliable knot security during placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach suture features a 45 cm strand length for efficient handling within standard operative fields. Supplied with a 16 mm PC-3 PRIME™ MP conventional cutting needle, this configuration enables precise skin penetration and consistent tissue entry. MULTIPASS® technology supports sustained needle sharpness and smooth passage across repeated tissue passes, enhancing control during closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical settings requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSynthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eTriclosan antibacterial suture technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eUSP 4-0 surgical diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e45 cm strand length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePC-3 PRIME™ MP conventional cutting needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e16 mm needle length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eMULTIPASS® needle technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eExtended absorption profile (182–238 days)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSterile, single-use — Box of 36\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBrand: PDS® Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Ethicon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eProduct Code: PDP9867H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eCategory: Ethicon Wound Closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSuture Size: USP 4-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eLength: 45 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Polydioxanone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eColour: Undyed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAbsorbability: Absorbable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eAbsorption Rate: 182–238 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDirectionality: Unidirectional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eNeedle Name: PC-3 PRIME MP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eNeedle Length: 16 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eNeedle Point Type: Conventional Cutting PC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSpecial: MULTIPASS® \u0026amp; Antibacterial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePledget: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eStrands per Pack: 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eQuantity per Box: 36\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eUnit of Measure: Box (36 Each)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDermal and skin closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eGeneral soft tissue surgical procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eProcedures requiring enhanced needle durability across multiple passes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eApplications requiring controlled conventional cutting penetration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eProcedures requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ethicon Sutures","offers":[{"title":"4","offer_id":57772979487055,"sku":"PDP9867H","price":269.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/1041\/3647\/files\/PDSPLUS.png?v=1779933717","url":"https:\/\/www.suturesupplyco.co.uk\/products\/ethicon-pds-r-plus-antibacterial-polydioxanone-undyed-absorbable-surgical-suture-usp-4-0-45-cm-pc-3-prime-mp-conventional-cutting-needle-16-mm-pdp9867h-box-of-36","provider":"Suture Supply Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}