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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 an antibacterial agent (triclosan) to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture surface, helping reduce the risk of surgical site infection.
This USP 2 violet suture is supplied in a 45 cm length as an unarmed suture (no needle), enabling clinicians to select their preferred needle type to match specific procedural requirements. It offers excellent handling, pliability and dependable knot security for controlled soft tissue 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 surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP1229H
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 2
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle: Unarmed (no needle supplied)
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring clinician-selected needles
- General and abdominal 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 1 violet suture is supplied in a 60 inch (152 cm) length and is armed with a single-armed CT LP needle. The CT LP needle design supports controlled tissue penetration and dependable handling, enabling precise placement during extended soft tissue closure and general 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 24 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP1408T
- GTIN: 30705031246441
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 1
- Length: 60 in (152 cm)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: CT LP
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 24 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Extended soft tissue approximation
- General surgical procedures
- Subcutaneous tissue closure
- 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 1 violet suture is supplied in a 60 inch (152 cm) length and is armed with a single-armed CTX LP needle. The CTX LP needle design supports controlled penetration with enhanced reach and dependable handling, enabling precise placement during extended soft tissue closure and general 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 24 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP1428T
- GTIN: 30705031246465
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 1
- Length: 60 in (152 cm)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: CTX LP
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 24 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Extended soft tissue approximation
- General surgical procedures
- Subcutaneous tissue closure
- 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 2-0 undyed suture is supplied in a 90 cm length and is armed with a single-armed 36 mm reverse cutting needle with a 1/2 circle curvature, designed to deliver controlled penetration and clean incision in skin and firmer soft tissues where strength and precision are required.
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 high-volume hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP1472H
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 2-0
- Length: 90 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse cutting
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 circle
- Needle Size: 36 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Soft tissue approximation
- General and abdominal 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 0 undyed suture is supplied in a 36 inch (90 cm) length and is armed with a single-armed CP-1 needle. The CP-1 needle design provides smooth, controlled tissue penetration with reliable handling, supporting precise placement during soft tissue closure and general 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 36 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP1473H
- GTIN: 30705031076727
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 0
- Length: 36 in (90 cm)
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: CP-1
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- General surgical procedures
- Subcutaneous tissue closure
- 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 1 undyed suture is supplied in a 36 inch (90 cm) length and is armed with a single-armed CP-1 needle. The CP-1 needle design provides smooth, controlled tissue penetration and dependable handling, supporting precise placement during soft tissue closure and general 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 36 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP1474H
- GTIN: 30705031076734
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 1
- Length: 36 in (90 cm)
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: CP-1
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- General surgical procedures
- Subcutaneous tissue closure
- 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 2 undyed suture is supplied in a 36 inch (90 cm) length and is armed with a single-armed CP-1 needle. The CP-1 needle design provides smooth, controlled tissue penetration and dependable handling, supporting precise placement during soft tissue closure and general 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 36 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP1475H
- GTIN: 30705031076741
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 2
- Length: 36 in (90 cm)
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: CP-1
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- General surgical procedures
- Subcutaneous tissue closure
- 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 0 violet suture is supplied in a 27 inch (70 cm) length and is armed with a single-armed UCLX needle. The UCLX needle is designed to provide controlled penetration and dependable handling, supporting precise placement during soft tissue closure and general 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 36 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL PLUS
- Product Code: VCP15H
- GTIN: 30705031076765
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 0
- Length: 27 in (70 cm)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: UCLX
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- General surgical procedures
- Subcutaneous tissue closure
- Procedures requiring antibacterial suture support