Ethicon PDS PLUS violet USP 3-0 70cm Taperpoint Plus 20mm 1/2C (PDP9116H)

PDS PLUS violet USP 3-0 is a monofilament, absorbable surgical suture manufactured from polydioxanone and coated with triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation along the suture line. It is engineered to maintain tensile strength for a prolonged period compared with faster-absorbing absorbable sutures, supporting sustained wound approximation and predictable absorption in veterinary procedures where controlled long-term healing is required. The monofilament construction allows smooth tissue passage, low tissue drag, and minimal capillarity, contributing to consistent handling and reliable knot security.

The violet colour enhances intraoperative visibility, particularly within confined or deeper surgical fields, assisting accurate placement and suture control. Supplied at a length of 70cm, this finer-calibre suture is well suited to delicate veterinary soft tissue and fascial applications. The 20mm 1/2 circle Taperpoint Plus needle features a reinforced taper profile designed to improve penetration control in moderately dense tissues while maintaining the atraumatic characteristics of a taperpoint needle. The reduced needle size supports precise placement in restricted operative sites where accuracy and control are critical.