Ethicon PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Violet Absorbable Surgical Suture | USP 6-0 | 70 cm | BV-1 Taperpoint Needle (9.3 mm) | PDP1702H (Box of 36)

This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP1702H, is engineered for refined soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus delivers smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound stability.

Incorporating antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in surgical environments. The USP 6-0 diameter provides delicate tensile performance suitable for fine soft tissue and vascular layers requiring secure approximation and precise handling.

The 70 cm strand length supports controlled placement and meticulous suturing techniques in delicate operative fields. This suture is supplied with a BV-1 taperpoint needle (9.3 mm), enabling smooth penetration of delicate tissue while minimising trauma and maintaining stability during placement.

With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.

• Key Features
• Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
• Antibacterial suture technology
• USP 6-0 surgical diameter
• 70 cm strand length
• BV-1 taperpoint needle
• 9.3 mm needle length
• Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
• Prolonged wound support
• Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: PDS® Plus
• Manufacturer: Ethicon
• Product Code: PDP1702H
• Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
• Suture Size: USP 6-0
• Length: 70 cm
• Colour: Violet
• Material: Polydioxanone
• Absorbability: Absorbable
• Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
• Directionality: Bi-directional
• Needle Name: BV-1
• Needle Length: 9.3 mm
• Needle Point Type: Taperpoint
• Special: Antibacterial
• Pledget: No
• Strands per Pack: 1
• Quantity per Box: 36
• Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
• Suitable For
• Fine soft tissue approximation
• Microvascular procedures
• Plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Delicate layered closure
• Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable support with antibacterial protection