Ethicon Z489G 6-0 PDS II UNDYED 1X18" P-1 MULTIPASS Box of 12

Ethicon PDS™ II Polydioxanone 6-0 | Z489G | 11mm P-1 MultiPass® | 18" Undyed | BX/12

The Ethicon Z489G (PDS™ II) is a high-precision, synthetic absorbable monofilament suture engineered for extended wound support in delicate tissues. In Size 6-0 (0.7 metric), this suture provides a micro-fine profile that is essential for minimizing trauma in sensitive anatomical regions. Because it is Undyed (Natural), it is specifically indicated for sub-cuticular and superficial closures where the visibility of a dyed suture through thin or translucent skin would be aesthetically undesirable.

Equipped with the P-1 (Plastic Surgery-1) needle, this suture features Ethicon's proprietary MultiPass® technology. The 11mm Prime Reverse Cutting point is hand-honed to maintain its "initial-bite" sharpness through multiple passes in dense dermal tissue, ensuring consistent, atraumatic penetration and superior cosmetic outcomes.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: PDS™ II (Polydioxanone)

• Model / REF: Z489G

• Suture Size: 6-0 (0.7 metric) — Micro-Fine Precision Diameter

• Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Material: Monofilament Polydioxanone

• Color: Undyed (Clear/Natural for optimal cosmesis)

• Needle: 11mm P-1 (3/8 Circle)

• Needle Technology: MultiPass® (Enhanced sharpness retention)

• Needle Point: Prime Reverse Cutting (Precision-honed)

• Quantity: Box of 12 Sterile Units

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Extended Absorption Profile: PDS™ II offers the longest tensile strength retention of any synthetic absorbable suture. It retains approximately 60% of its original strength at 6 weeks, providing the prolonged support necessary for tissues with slow healing rates or those subject to constant tension.

• P-1 Prime Reverse Cutting Precision: By placing the cutting edge on the outer curvature of the needle, the P-1 directs cutting forces away from the wound margin. This "Prime" geometry prevents "cheese-wiring" and supports precise wound edge eversion.

• Undyed Material for Aesthetics: The clear monofilament is virtually invisible beneath the skin surface, making it the "gold standard" for facial plastic surgery and pediatric reconstructive procedures where long-term absorption is required without a visible "tattoo" effect.

• Monofilament Tissue Glide: The smooth surface of Polydioxanone ensures the suture passes through delicate tissue planes with minimal drag. This reduces post-operative inflammation and edema, which is critical for achieving a fine, linear scar.

• Predictable Hydrolytic Degradation: While providing extended support, the material is eventually absorbed via hydrolysis. Minimal mass remains at 90 days, with complete absorption typically occurring between 180 and 210 days.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: New – Factory Sealed.

• Integrity: This item is securely contained within its original, undamaged manufacturer's packaging. All 12 individual sterile packets are factory-sealed, ensuring 100% sterility and consistent needle-to-suture attachment.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in surgical and hospital materials, Primis Medical ensures all Ethicon inventory is rigorously inspected for lot-specific expiration and storage compliance.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in reinforced packaging to protect the fine 11mm P-1 needles and ensure the sterile foil seals remain uncompromised during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.