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SutureVet's antibacterial veterinary sutures incorporate antimicrobial technology directly into the suture material, providing an additional layer of protection against surgical site infection (SSI) throughout the critical early healing period. As SSI remains one of the most significant post-operative complications in veterinary surgery, antibacterial sutures represent an evidence-based strategy for reducing infection risk in high-risk patients and procedures.
Our antibacterial suture range features sutures coated or impregnated with triclosan, a broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent that inhibits bacterial colonisation of the suture strand — the primary site of biofilm formation and infection seeding in surgical wounds. Available in both absorbable and non-absorbable constructions, monofilament and braided, our antibacterial range covers the most commonly performed veterinary surgical procedures across all species.
Antibacterial sutures are particularly recommended for contaminated or dirty wounds, immunocompromised patients, prolonged surgical procedures, and implant surgery where infection risk is elevated. All products are supplied sterile and individually packaged from ISO-certified manufacturers trusted by veterinary surgeons across the UK.
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Ethicon VICRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated with the antibacterial agent triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture surface, helping reduce the risk of surgical site infection.
This USP 4-0 violet configuration is supplied as 8 strands of 18 inch (45 cm) sutures and is armed with a single-armed JRB-1 VB CR needle. The JRB-1 VB CR needle is designed for precise, controlled penetration in specialised surgical applications, supporting accurate placement and dependable handling.
VICRYL PLUS sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable tensile strength retention during early wound healing. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP7340D
- GTIN: 20705031237169
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 8 × 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: JRB-1 VB CR
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Precise soft tissue approximation
- Cardiovascular and specialised surgical procedures
- Fine connective tissue closure
- Procedures requiring antibacterial suture support
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated with the antibacterial agent triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture surface, helping reduce the risk of surgical site infection.
This USP 4-0 violet configuration is supplied as 8 strands of 18 inch (45 cm) sutures and is armed with a single-armed RB-1 PLUS CR needle. The RB-1 PLUS CR round-bodied, taper-point cardiovascular needle is engineered for smooth passage through delicate tissues, supporting precise placement and reliable handling in specialised surgical procedures.
VICRYL PLUS sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable tensile strength retention during early wound healing. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP734D
- GTIN: 20705031237176
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 8 × 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: RB-1 PLUS CR (round-bodied taper point, cardiovascular)
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Precise soft tissue approximation
- Cardiovascular and vascular procedures
- Delicate connective tissue closure
- Procedures requiring antibacterial suture support
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated with the antibacterial agent triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture surface, helping reduce the risk of surgical site infection.
This USP 4-0 violet configuration is supplied as 8 strands of 18 inch (45 cm) sutures and is armed with a single-armed SH CR needle. The SH CR taper-cut needle provides controlled penetration with enhanced cutting efficiency, supporting accurate placement and reliable handling during soft tissue and specialised surgical closure.
VICRYL PLUS sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable tensile strength retention during early wound healing. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP773D
- GTIN: 30705031055494
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 8 × 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: SH CR (taper-cut)
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- General and plastic surgery
- Subcutaneous and connective tissue closure
- Procedures requiring antibacterial suture support
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated with the antibacterial agent triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture surface, helping reduce the risk of surgical site infection.
This USP 4-0 violet configuration is supplied as 8 strands of 18 inch (45 cm) sutures and is armed with a single-armed SH-1 PLUS CR needle. The SH-1 PLUS CR taper-cut needle provides enhanced cutting efficiency and controlled penetration, supporting accurate placement and reliable handling during soft tissue and specialised surgical closure.
VICRYL PLUS sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable tensile strength retention during early wound healing. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP794D
- GTIN: 20705031237190
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 8 × 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: SH-1 PLUS CR (taper-cut)
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- General and plastic surgery
- Subcutaneous and connective tissue closure
- Procedures requiring antibacterial suture support
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated with the antibacterial agent triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture surface, helping reduce the risk of surgical site infection.
This USP 4-0 violet configuration is supplied as 8 strands of 27 inch (68 cm) sutures and is armed with a single-armed JB-1 VB CR needle. The JB-1 VB CR round-bodied, taper-point cardiovascular needle is engineered for smooth passage through delicate tissues, supporting precise placement and dependable handling in specialised cardiovascular and vascular procedures.
VICRYL PLUS sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable tensile strength retention during early wound healing. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP7980D
- GTIN: 20705031237206
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 8 × 27 in (68 cm)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: JB-1 VB CR (round-bodied taper point, cardiovascular)
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Cardiovascular and vascular procedures
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- General and thoracic surgery
- Procedures requiring antibacterial suture support
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated with the antibacterial agent triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture surface, helping reduce the risk of surgical site infection.
This USP 4-0 violet configuration is supplied as 8 strands of 27 inch (68 cm) sutures and is armed with a single-armed RB-1 PLUS CR needle. The RB-1 PLUS CR round-bodied, taper-point cardiovascular needle is engineered for smooth passage through delicate tissues, supporting precise placement and dependable handling in specialised cardiovascular and vascular procedures.
VICRYL PLUS sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable tensile strength retention during early wound healing. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP799D
- GTIN: 20705031237213
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 8 × 27 in (68 cm)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: RB-1 PLUS CR (round-bodied taper point, cardiovascular)
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Cardiovascular and vascular procedures
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- General and thoracic surgery
- Procedures requiring antibacterial suture support
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated with an antibacterial agent (triclosan) to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture surface, helping reduce the risk of surgical site infection.
This USP 4-0 violet suture is supplied in a 70 cm length and is armed with a single-armed 13 mm Taper Point needle with a 3/8 circle curvature, designed to deliver precise, atraumatic tissue penetration with excellent control for delicate soft tissue and subcutaneous closure.
VICRYL PLUS sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable tensile strength retention during early wound healing. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 36 for professional hospital and clinical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP9067H
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taper Point
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Needle Size: 13 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Subcutaneous tissue closure
- Delicate surgical procedures
- Procedures requiring antibacterial suture support
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated with an antibacterial agent (triclosan) to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture surface, helping reduce the risk of surgical site infection.
This USP 4-0 violet suture is supplied in a 45 cm length and is armed with a single-armed 17 mm Taper Point Plus needle with a 3/8 circle curvature, designed to deliver precise, atraumatic tissue penetration with excellent control for delicate soft tissue and subcutaneous closure.
VICRYL PLUS sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable tensile strength retention during early wound healing. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 36 for professional hospital and clinical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP9074H
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taper Point Plus
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Needle Size: 17 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Subcutaneous tissue closure
- Delicate surgical procedures
- Procedures requiring antibacterial suture support