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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 STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus is a synthetic absorbable monofilament barbed surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan antibacterial technology. It is engineered with a spiral knotless design to provide continuous tissue approximation without the need for knot tying.
The spiral barbed configuration distributes tension evenly along the wound line, supporting consistent closure while helping to reduce operative time. The monofilament structure ensures smooth passage through tissue with minimal drag.
This USP 3-0 suture is supplied in a 30cm length, undyed, and fitted with one 19mm straight taperpoint needle. The straight taperpoint needle allows precise, controlled placement in soft tissue where direct needle handling is preferred.
STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus delivers predictable absorption, reliable handling and antibacterial protection in professional surgical environments. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus
- Product Code: SXMP1B433
- GTIN: 30705031236527
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25 (triclosan-coated)
- Filament Structure: Monofilament, barbed
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 3-0
- Length: 30 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taperpoint
- Needle Size: 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: Straight
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Continuous wound closure
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- General surgical procedures requiring knotless suturing with antibacterial protection
Ethicon STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus is a synthetic absorbable monofilament barbed surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan antibacterial technology. It is engineered with a spiral knotless design to enable continuous tissue approximation without the need for knot tying.
The spiral barbed configuration distributes tension evenly along the wound line, supporting consistent approximation while helping to reduce operative time. The monofilament structure ensures smooth tissue passage with minimal drag.
This USP 4-0 suture is supplied in a 15cm length, undyed, and fitted with one 17mm 1/2 circle taperpoint needle. The taperpoint needle is designed for precise, atraumatic penetration in delicate soft tissue closure procedures.
STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus offers predictable absorption, reliable handling and antibacterial protection in professional surgical environments. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus
- Product Code: SXMP1B434
- GTIN: 30705031236534
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25 (triclosan-coated)
- Filament Structure: Monofilament, barbed
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 15 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taperpoint
- Needle Size: 17 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Continuous wound closure
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- General surgical procedures requiring knotless suturing with antibacterial protection
Ethicon STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus is a synthetic absorbable monofilament barbed surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan antibacterial technology. It is engineered with a spiral knotless design to provide continuous tissue approximation without the need for knot tying.
The spiral barbed configuration distributes tension evenly along the wound line, maintaining consistent approximation while helping to reduce operative time. The monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage with minimal drag.
This USP 4-0 suture is supplied in a 30cm length, undyed, and fitted with one 17mm 1/2 circle taperpoint needle. The taperpoint needle is designed for precise, atraumatic penetration in delicate soft tissue closure procedures.
STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus offers predictable absorption, dependable handling and antibacterial protection in professional surgical environments. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus
- Product Code: SXMP1B435
- GTIN: 30705031236466
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25 (triclosan-coated)
- Filament Structure: Monofilament, barbed
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 30 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taperpoint
- Needle Size: 17 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Continuous wound closure
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- General surgical procedures requiring knotless suturing with antibacterial protection
Ethicon STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus 4-0 absorbable barbed monofilament suture, 23cm undyed with 17mm 1/2 circle taperpoint needle, delivers secure knotless closure with antibacterial protection and smooth soft tissue approximation.
Ethicon STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus is a synthetic absorbable monofilament barbed surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan antibacterial technology. It is engineered with a spiral knotless design to enable continuous tissue approximation without the need for knot tying.
The spiral barbed configuration distributes tension evenly along the wound line, maintaining consistent approximation while helping to reduce operative time. The monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage with minimal drag.
This USP 4-0 suture is supplied in a 23cm length, undyed, and fitted with one 17mm 1/2 circle taperpoint needle. The taperpoint needle is designed for precise, atraumatic penetration in delicate soft tissue closure procedures.
STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus offers predictable absorption, dependable handling and antibacterial protection in professional surgical environments. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus
- Product Code: SXMP1B439
- GTIN: 30705031246526
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25 (triclosan-coated)
- Filament Structure: Monofilament, barbed
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 23 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taperpoint
- Needle Size: 17 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Continuous wound closure
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- General surgical procedures requiring knotless suturing with antibacterial protection
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP1002H, is engineered for refined soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus delivers smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound support.
The integrated antibacterial technology is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in surgical environments. The USP 6-0 diameter provides delicate tensile performance suitable for fine soft tissue and vascular layers requiring precise handling and secure approximation.
The 70 cm strand length supports controlled placement and meticulous suturing techniques. This suture is supplied with a BV taperpoint needle (11 mm), enabling smooth penetration of delicate tissue while minimising trauma and maintaining stability during placement.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Antibacterial suture technology
- USP 6-0 surgical diameter
- 70 cm strand length
- BV taperpoint needle
- 11 mm needle length
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Prolonged wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP1002H
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 6-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Bi-directional
- Needle Name: BV
- Needle Length: 11 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taperpoint
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fine soft tissue approximation
- Vascular procedures
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- Delicate layered closure
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable support with antibacterial protection
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code PDP1013H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus provides smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound support.
Incorporating antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in veterinary surgical environments. The USP 5-0 diameter offers refined tensile performance suitable for delicate veterinary dermal and soft tissue closure requiring secure approximation and precise handling.
The 70 cm strand length supports controlled placement and meticulous suturing techniques. This suture is supplied with a C-1 taperpoint needle (13 mm), enabling smooth penetration of delicate animal tissue while minimising trauma and maintaining needle stability.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional veterinary surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Antibacterial suture technology
- USP 5-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 70 cm strand length
- C-1 taperpoint needle
- 13 mm needle length
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Prolonged wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP1013H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 5-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: C-1
- Needle Length: 13 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taperpoint
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Veterinary dermal closure
- Small animal soft tissue approximation
- General veterinary surgery
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable support
- Applications where antibacterial suture protection is desired
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP1032H, is engineered for refined soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus provides smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound stability.
Incorporating antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in surgical environments. The USP 6-0 diameter delivers delicate tensile performance suitable for fine soft tissue layers requiring secure approximation and precise handling.
The 70 cm strand length supports controlled placement and meticulous suturing techniques in delicate operative fields. This suture is supplied with a CC-1 tapercut micro point needle. The tapercut micro point configuration combines a tapered body with a fine cutting tip, enabling controlled penetration of dense or fibrous tissue while minimising trauma.
With an extended absorption profile, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Antibacterial suture technology
- USP 6-0 surgical diameter
- 70 cm strand length
- CC-1 tapercut micro point needle
- Designed for precise penetration of dense or fibrous tissue
- Prolonged wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP1032H
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: Absorbable Sutures
- Suture Size: USP 6-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Needle Name: CC-1
- Needle Point Type: Tapercut Micro Point
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fine soft tissue approximation
- Plastic and reconstructive procedures
- Procedures involving fibrous tissue
- Delicate layered closure
- Applications requiring prolonged absorbable support with antibacterial protection
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP1702H, is engineered for refined soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus delivers smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound stability.
Incorporating antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in surgical environments. The USP 6-0 diameter provides delicate tensile performance suitable for fine soft tissue and vascular layers requiring secure approximation and precise handling.
The 70 cm strand length supports controlled placement and meticulous suturing techniques in delicate operative fields. This suture is supplied with a BV-1 taperpoint needle (9.3 mm), enabling smooth penetration of delicate tissue while minimising trauma and maintaining stability during placement.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Antibacterial suture technology
- USP 6-0 surgical diameter
- 70 cm strand length
- BV-1 taperpoint needle
- 9.3 mm needle length
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Prolonged wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP1702H
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 6-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Bi-directional
- Needle Name: BV-1
- Needle Length: 9.3 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taperpoint
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fine soft tissue approximation
- Microvascular procedures
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- Delicate layered closure
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable support with antibacterial protection