PDS Plus Antibacterial Sutures
PDS Plus (Polydioxanone Suture with Antibacterial Protection)
PDS Plus is a synthetic, absorbable, monofilament suture composed of polydioxanone, available in dyed and undyed forms, and coated with the antibacterial agent Irgacare® MP (Triclosan).
Indications:
Soft tissue approximation
Pediatric cardiovascular procedures
Ophthalmic surgery (except corneal or scleral use)
Provides wound support for up to 6 weeks
Contraindications:
Prolonged (>6 weeks) use in tissues under high stress
Use with prosthetic devices (e.g., heart valves, synthetic grafts)
Patients with known triclosan allergy
Performance:
In vivo strength retention:
Sizes 4/0 and smaller: ~60% at 2 weeks, 40% at 4 weeks, 35% at 6 weeks
Sizes 3/0 and larger: ~80% at 2 weeks, 70% at 4 weeks, 60% at 6 weeks
Complete absorption occurs in 182–238 days
Ethicon PDS Plus Options
| Product Code | Gauge | Needle Type | Needle Length (mm) | Suture Length (mm) | Colour | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PDP339H | 2/0 | 1/2 Circle (Round Bodied ) | 36 | 700 | Violet | 36 |
| PDP494H | 4/0 | 3/8 Circle (Reverse Cutting) | 13 | 450 | Undyed | 36 |
| PDP9100H | 6/0 | 1/2 Circle (Conventional Cutting) | 13 | 450 | Violet | 36 |
| PDP9861H | 6/0 | 3/8 Circle (Round Bodied) | 13 | 450 | Undyed | 36 |
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Brand: PDS Plus
Pack size: 36
Material: Polydioxanone
Structure: Monofilament
Absorbability: Absorbable
Absorption Rate: 182-238 Days
Properties: Antibacterial
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Ref: VICRYL_PLUS
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