This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP501H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament incorporating triclosan antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus ensures 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 surgical environments. The USP 4-0 diameter provides balanced tensile performance suitable for dermal and soft tissue closure requiring secure approximation and reliable knot integrity.

The 45 cm strand length supports controlled placement and meticulous suturing techniques. 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 surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.

• Key Features
• Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
• Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
• USP 4-0 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: PDP501H
• Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
• Suture Size: USP 4-0
• 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
• Dermal closure
• Plastic and reconstructive procedures
• General soft tissue approximation
• Procedures requiring repeated needle passes
• Applications requiring prolonged absorbable support with antibacterial protection