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SutureVet's avian veterinary sutures are selected for the exceptional precision and delicacy required in bird surgery. Avian patients present unique surgical challenges — thin, fragile skin, air sac anatomy, rapid metabolism, and high sensitivity to anaesthesia all demand suture materials that minimise tissue trauma, absorb predictably, and support rapid healing with minimal post-operative reactivity.
Our avian suture range focuses on ultra-fine gauge absorbable monofilament options such as poliglecaprone and polydioxanone, which offer smooth tissue passage, low reactivity, and predictable absorption suited to the faster metabolic rates of avian species. Fine braided absorbable options are also available for procedures where knot security is prioritised. Needle profiles are selected for atraumatic placement in the delicate skin and soft tissue structures of birds ranging from small passerines and budgerigars to large parrots, raptors, and waterfowl.
All products are supplied sterile and individually packaged from ISO-certified manufacturers, trusted by avian veterinary specialists, zoological practices, and wildlife rehabilitators across the UK.
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This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8610H, is engineered for precise vascular tissue approximation where refined handling and long-term durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 6-0 diameter provides fine performance suitable for vascular repair and delicate soft tissue procedures. The 60 cm (24 inch) strand length allows controlled placement and flexibility during anastomosis.
This product features double-armed BV taper point needles (11 mm). The taper point geometry supports atraumatic vessel penetration, ensuring accurate placement and consistent vascular suturing performance. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 6-0 fine vascular diameter
- 60 cm (24 inch) strand length
- Double-armed BV needles
- 11 mm taper point needle length
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8610H
- Suture Size: 6-0
- Length: 24 in (60 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: BV (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 11 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Pack Strand/Length: 1 x 24 in
- QTY/BX: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Vascular anastomosis
- Arterial and venous repair
- Microvascular procedures
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring fine non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Veterinary Surgical Suture, model 8632H, is engineered for secure skin and soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures where precision penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 3-0 diameter provides balanced strength suitable for veterinary dermal and general soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length allows controlled placement and efficient knot tying during wound approximation.
This product features a PC-5 PRIME MULTIPASS conventional cutting needle (24 mm). The conventional cutting geometry enhances penetration through dermal tissues, while MULTIPASS technology maintains sharpness through repeated passes. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional veterinary surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 3-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PC-5 PRIME MULTIPASS needle
- 24 mm conventional cutting needle
- Designed for dermal tissue penetration in animals
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8632H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: 3-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PC-5 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 24 mm
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Veterinary skin closure
- Animal soft tissue repair
- General veterinary surgery
- Dermal wound approximation in animals
- Procedures requiring sharp non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Veterinary Surgical Suture, model 8634H, is engineered for precise skin and soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures where controlled penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 4-0 diameter offers refined strength suitable for veterinary dermal and general soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length allows accurate placement and efficient knot tying during wound approximation in animal patients.
This product features a PC-3 PRIME MULTIPASS conventional cutting needle (16 mm). The conventional cutting geometry enhances penetration through dermal tissues, while MULTIPASS technology maintains sharpness through repeated passes. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional veterinary surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 4-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PC-3 PRIME MULTIPASS needle
- 16 mm conventional cutting needle
- Designed for dermal tissue penetration in animals
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8634H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: 4-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PC-3 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 16 mm
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Veterinary skin closure
- Animal soft tissue repair
- General veterinary surgery
- Dermal wound approximation in animals
- Procedures requiring sharp non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Veterinary Surgical Suture, model 8636H, is engineered for delicate skin and soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures where precision penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 6-0 diameter delivers fine tensile performance suitable for veterinary dermal and minor soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length allows accurate placement and controlled knot tying during wound approximation in animal patients.
This product features a PC-3 PRIME MULTIPASS conventional cutting needle (16 mm). The conventional cutting geometry enhances dermal penetration, while MULTIPASS technology maintains sharpness through repeated passes. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional veterinary surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 6-0 fine veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PC-3 PRIME MULTIPASS needle
- 16 mm conventional cutting needle
- Designed for precise dermal penetration in animals
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8636H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: 6-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PC-3 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 16 mm
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Veterinary skin closure
- Animal soft tissue repair
- Minor veterinary surgical procedures
- Dermal wound approximation in animals
- Procedures requiring fine non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8648G, is engineered for fine skin and soft tissue approximation where precision handling and minimal tissue trauma are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 7-0 diameter delivers ultra-fine tensile performance suitable for delicate dermatologic and minor surgical procedures. The 45 cm (18 inch) strand length allows accurate placement and controlled knot tying during wound closure.
This product features a P-6 prime reverse cutting needle (8 mm). The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk while supporting sharp, controlled penetration. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring precise non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 7-0 ultra-fine surgical diameter
- 45 cm (18 inch) strand length
- P-6 prime reverse cutting needle
- 8 mm needle length
- Designed for delicate dermal penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8648G
- Suture Size: 7-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: P-6
- Needle Length: 8 mm
- Needle Point Type: Prime Reverse Cutting
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Pack Strand/Length: 1 x 18 in
- QTY/BX: 12
- Category: Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Delicate skin closure
- Dermatologic procedures
- Minor surgical procedures
- Fine soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring ultra-fine non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Veterinary Surgical Suture, model 8695H, is engineered for delicate skin and soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures where precision penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 6-0 diameter delivers fine tensile performance suitable for veterinary dermal and minor soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length allows accurate placement and controlled knot tying during wound approximation in animal patients.
This product features a P-3 PRIME MULTIPASS reverse cutting needle (13 mm). The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk, while MULTIPASS technology maintains sharpness through repeated passes. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional veterinary surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 6-0 fine veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- P-3 PRIME MULTIPASS needle
- 13 mm reverse cutting needle length
- Designed for dermal tissue penetration in animals
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8695H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: 6-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: P-3 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 13 mm
- Needle Point Type: Prime Reverse Cutting
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Veterinary skin closure
- Animal soft tissue repair
- Minor veterinary surgical procedures
- Dermal wound approximation in animals
- Procedures requiring fine non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8697H, is engineered for precise skin and soft tissue approximation where controlled penetration and minimal tissue trauma are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 6-0 diameter delivers fine tensile performance suitable for dermatologic and minor surgical procedures. The 45 cm strand length allows accurate placement and controlled knot tying during wound approximation.
This product features a P-1 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle. The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk while supporting sharp penetration of delicate dermal tissues. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 6-0 fine skin closure diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- P-1 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle
- Designed for delicate dermal penetration
- Smooth tissue passage
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8697H
- Suture Size: 6-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: P-1
- Needle Point Type: PRIME™ Reverse Cutting
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Delicate skin closure
- Dermatologic procedures
- Minor surgical procedures
- Fine soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring precise non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Veterinary Surgical Suture, model 8699H, is engineered for secure skin and soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures where precision penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 4-0 diameter offers balanced tensile strength suitable for veterinary dermal and general soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length allows accurate placement and controlled knot tying during wound approximation in animal patients.
This product features a P-3 PRIME MULTIPASS reverse cutting needle (13 mm). The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk, while MULTIPASS technology maintains sharpness through repeated passes. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional veterinary surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 4-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- P-3 PRIME MULTIPASS needle
- 13 mm reverse cutting needle length
- Designed for dermal tissue penetration in animals
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8699H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: 4-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: P-3 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 13 mm
- Needle Point Type: Prime Reverse Cutting
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Veterinary skin closure
- Animal soft tissue repair
- General veterinary surgery
- Dermal wound approximation in animals
- Procedures requiring sharp non-absorbable suturing