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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 where precision and dependable knot security are essential. The undyed monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage with minimal tissue drag and enhanced handling characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach suture features a 45 cm strand length, supporting controlled placement in standard operative fields. Supplied with a PC-5 PRIME™ MP conventional cutting needle (19 mm) manufactured from ETHALLOY alloy, this configuration provides enhanced sharpness and durability. The conventional cutting design facilitates efficient penetration through tougher tissue such as skin, while MULTIPASS® technology supports consistent performance across repeated tissue passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical wound healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional hospital and surgical environments 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-5 PRIME™ MP conventional cutting needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e19 mm needle length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eETHALLOY alloy needle construction\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: PDP9615H\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-5 PRIME MP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eNeedle Length: 19 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eNeedle Alloy: ETHALLOY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eNeedle Point Type: Conventional Cutting\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\u003eSkin and dermal closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eGeneral soft tissue approximation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eProcedures requiring cutting needle penetration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSurgical settings requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eApplications where antibacterial suture technology is indicated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ethicon Sutures","offers":[{"title":"4","offer_id":57772977488207,"sku":"PDP9615H","price":268.11,"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-5-prime-mp-conventional-cutting-needle-19-mm-pdp9615h-box-of-36","provider":"Suture Supply Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}