Ethicon PDS PLUS violet USP 3-0 70cm Tapercut 26mm 1/2C (PDP9179H)

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 retain tensile strength for an extended period compared with faster-absorbing absorbable sutures, making it suitable for veterinary procedures requiring prolonged wound approximation and predictable absorption behaviour. The monofilament construction delivers smooth tissue passage, low tissue drag, and minimal capillarity, supporting consistent handling and dependable knot security.

The violet colour enhances visibility within surgical sites, particularly in deeper or confined operative fields, assisting accurate placement and suture management. Supplied at a length of 70cm, this suture is well suited to a wide range of veterinary soft tissue and fascial applications where finer suture calibre is indicated. The 26mm 1/2 circle tapercut needle combines a tapered body with a cutting point, allowing controlled penetration of denser tissue while limiting unnecessary trauma. This needle profile supports precise placement in tissues where a standard taperpoint may not provide sufficient penetration control.