As a monofilament, PDS II passes through tissue with minimal drag and offers a smooth, low-reactivity profile that resists harboring bacteria compared with braided alternatives. Absorption occurs through predictable hydrolysis, with the suture essentially absorbed within about 182 to 238 days — long enough to carry tissues that heal slowly. The uncoated construction gives surgeons reliable knot security when placed correctly.

This collection spans the sizes and needle configurations that surgeons specify at the field. Common choices include:

• PDS II Z494G — size 3-0, clear, 18" suture on a 13 mm 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle, suited to skin and tissue where a cutting point is preferred.
• PDS II Z303H — violet, 27" suture on a 17 mm 1/2 circle taper point needle, ideal for delicate soft tissue and vascular work where atraumatic passage is key.
• PDS II Z495G — a fine size 5-0 clear monofilament for precise, low-visibility closures.

Violet dyeing aids visibility in deep or dense tissue, while clear suture is chosen where the material shouldn't show through skin. Reverse cutting needles are matched to tougher tissue like skin, and taper points to soft, easily penetrated tissue that shouldn't be cut.

Confirm suture size, needle geometry, and length against your procedure and surgeon preference before ordering. Facilities stocking a range of Ethicon and other operative supplies will find complementary items across our surgical and procedural categories.