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This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Veterinary Surgical Suture, model 8699H, is engineered for secure skin and soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures where precision penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 4-0 diameter offers balanced tensile strength suitable for veterinary dermal and general soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length allows accurate placement and controlled knot tying during wound approximation in animal patients.
This product features a P-3 PRIME MULTIPASS reverse cutting needle (13 mm). The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk, while MULTIPASS technology maintains sharpness through repeated passes. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional veterinary surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 4-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- P-3 PRIME MULTIPASS needle
- 13 mm reverse cutting needle length
- Designed for dermal tissue penetration in animals
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8699H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: 4-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: P-3 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 13 mm
- Needle Point Type: Prime Reverse Cutting
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Veterinary skin closure
- Animal soft tissue repair
- General veterinary surgery
- Dermal wound approximation in animals
- Procedures requiring sharp non-absorbable suturing
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code PDP1013H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus provides smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound support.
Incorporating antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in veterinary surgical environments. The USP 5-0 diameter offers refined tensile performance suitable for delicate veterinary dermal and soft tissue closure requiring secure approximation and precise handling.
The 70 cm strand length supports controlled placement and meticulous suturing techniques. This suture is supplied with a C-1 taperpoint needle (13 mm), enabling smooth penetration of delicate animal tissue while minimising trauma and maintaining needle stability.
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 veterinary surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Antibacterial suture technology
- USP 5-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 70 cm strand length
- C-1 taperpoint needle
- 13 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: PDP1013H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 5-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: C-1
- Needle Length: 13 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
- Veterinary dermal closure
- Small animal soft tissue approximation
- General veterinary surgery
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable support
- Applications where antibacterial suture protection is desired
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code PDP500H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue and dermal approximation in animal health procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament incorporating triclosan antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus delivers smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound stability.
The antibacterial coating is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in veterinary surgical environments. The USP 5-0 diameter provides delicate tensile performance suitable for small animal dermal and soft tissue closure requiring secure approximation and precise handling.
The 45 cm strand length supports controlled placement and meticulous suturing techniques in veterinary operative fields. This suture is supplied with a PS-3 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle (16 mm). The reverse cutting configuration positions the cutting edge on the outer curvature to reduce tissue cut-through, while PRIME™ geometry enhances needle sharpness and structural strength. Featuring MULTIPASS® technology, the needle is designed to maintain performance through repeated tissue passes.
With 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 veterinary surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 5-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PS-3 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle
- 16 mm needle length
- MULTIPASS® needle technology
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP500H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 5-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone with Triclosan
- Colour: Undyed
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PS-3 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 16 mm
- Needle Point Type: PRIME™ Reverse Cutting
- Special: Antibacterial, MULTIPASS®
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Veterinary dermal closure
- Small animal soft tissue approximation
- General veterinary surgery
- Procedures requiring repeated needle passes
- Applications requiring prolonged absorbable support with antibacterial protection
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code PDP9100H, is engineered for delicate soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus incorporates triclosan antibacterial technology to support infection risk management in veterinary surgical settings.
The USP 6-0 diameter provides precise tensile control suitable for fine tissue layers and small anatomical structures in companion animal surgery. The monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and consistent knot security.
Each suture features a 45 cm strand length, supporting controlled placement in confined operative fields. Supplied with an RB-2 taper point needle (13 mm), the taper point design separates tissue fibres rather than cutting them, promoting atraumatic penetration and precise approximation in delicate tissues.
With 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 veterinary and animal health surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 6-0 fine veterinary diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- RB-2 taper point needle
- 13 mm needle length
- Violet suture for enhanced visibility
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9100H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 6-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Violet
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: RB-2
- Needle Length: 13 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fine soft tissue approximation in companion animals
- Delicate subcutaneous and internal closure
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
- Veterinary surgery requiring atraumatic taper point penetration
- Applications where antibacterial suture technology is indicated
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code PDP9102H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus incorporates triclosan antibacterial technology to support infection risk management in veterinary surgical environments.
The USP 4-0 diameter provides balanced tensile performance suitable for dermal and general soft tissue closure in companion animal surgery. The monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and reliable knot security.
Each suture features a 45 cm strand length, supporting controlled handling within standard operative fields. Supplied with an RB-2 taper point needle (13 mm), the taper point design enables atraumatic penetration by separating tissue fibres rather than cutting them, promoting precise approximation with minimal trauma.
With 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 veterinary and animal health surgical settings requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 4-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- RB-2 taper point needle
- 13 mm needle length
- Violet suture for enhanced intraoperative visibility
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9102H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 4-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Violet
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: RB-2
- Needle Length: 13 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Companion animal dermal and soft tissue closure
- Subcutaneous approximation
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
- Veterinary surgery requiring atraumatic taper point penetration
- Applications where antibacterial suture technology is indicated
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code PDP9115H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus incorporates triclosan antibacterial technology to support infection risk management in veterinary surgical environments.
The USP 4-0 diameter provides balanced tensile performance suitable for dermal and general soft tissue closure in companion animal surgery. The monofilament construction enables smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and consistent knot security.
Each suture features a 70 cm strand length, supporting controlled placement in standard operative fields. It is supplied with an SH-2 PLUS taper point needle (20 mm), designed for atraumatic soft tissue penetration. The TAPERPOINT PLUS geometry enhances penetration efficiency while maintaining tissue integrity during approximation.
With 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 veterinary and animal health surgical settings requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 4-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 70 cm strand length
- SH-2 PLUS taper point needle
- 20 mm needle length
- TAPERPOINT PLUS penetration geometry
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9115H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 4-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Violet
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: SH-2 PLUS
- Needle Length: 20 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point PLUS
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Companion animal soft tissue closure
- Dermal and subcutaneous approximation
- General veterinary surgical procedures
- Applications requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
- Veterinary surgery requiring enhanced taper point penetration
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code PDP9624H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus incorporates triclosan antibacterial technology to support infection risk management in veterinary surgical environments.
The USP 4-0 diameter provides controlled tensile performance suitable for dermal and general soft tissue closure in companion animal surgery. The undyed monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and reliable knot security during placement.
Each suture features a 70 cm strand length, supporting controlled handling within standard operative fields. Supplied with a PS PRIME™ MP reverse cutting needle (26 mm), this configuration positions the cutting edge on the outer curvature to reduce tissue cut-through while enhancing penetration through tougher or fibrous tissue. MULTIPASS® technology supports consistent needle performance across repeated tissue passes.
With 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 veterinary and animal health surgical settings requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 4-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 70 cm strand length
- PS PRIME™ MP reverse cutting needle
- 26 mm needle length
- MULTIPASS® needle technology
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9624H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 4-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Undyed
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PS PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 26 mm
- Needle Point Type: Reverse Cutting PRIME
- Special: MULTIPASS® & Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Companion animal dermal and soft tissue closure
- Procedures involving tougher or fibrous tissue layers
- General veterinary surgical applications
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
- Veterinary surgery requiring enhanced cutting performance
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code PDP9733H, is designed for precise soft tissue approximation in animal health 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 veterinary surgical environments.
The USP 5-0 diameter provides fine tensile control suitable for delicate dermal and soft tissue closure in companion animal surgery. The undyed monofilament construction enables smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and consistent knot security during placement.
Each suture features a 70 cm strand length, supporting controlled handling across standard operative fields. Supplied with a 16 mm FS-3 conventional cutting needle, this configuration is well suited for precise skin penetration and controlled closure of tougher surface tissues, with the cutting edge positioned on the inner curvature for accurate tissue entry.
With 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 veterinary and animal health surgical settings requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 5-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 70 cm strand length
- FS-3 conventional cutting needle
- 16 mm needle length
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9733H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 5-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Undyed
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: FS-3 CONV
- Needle Length: 16 mm
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Delicate dermal closure in companion animals
- Precise skin approximation
- Fine soft tissue surgical procedures
- Veterinary surgery requiring small conventional cutting needle performance
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support