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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 8706H, is engineered for precise vascular and cardiovascular tissue approximation where fine handling 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 6-0 diameter provides refined tensile performance suitable for vascular repair and delicate soft tissue procedures. The extended 75 cm (30 inch) strand length allows improved operative reach and flexibility during anastomosis.
This product features double-armed C-1 taper point needles (13 mm). The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, supporting 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
- 75 cm (30 inch) strand length
- Double-armed C-1 needles
- 13 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: 8706H
- Suture Size: 6-0
- Length: 30 in (75 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: C-1 (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 13 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Pack Strand/Length: 1 x 30 in
- QTY/BX: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Vascular anastomosis
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Arterial and venous repair
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring fine non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8735H, is engineered for fine vascular and microsurgical tissue approximation where precision handling 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 7-0 diameter provides ultra-fine tensile performance suitable for delicate vascular repair and micro-anastomosis procedures. The 60 cm (24 inch) strand length allows controlled placement and flexibility during vascular suturing.
This product features double-armed BV175-6 MULTIPASS taper point needles (8 mm). The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, while MULTIPASS technology maintains needle sharpness through repeated passes. 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 7-0 ultra-fine vascular diameter
- 60 cm (24 inch) strand length
- Double-armed BV175-6 needles
- 8 mm taper point needle length
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8735H
- Suture Size: 7-0
- Length: 24 in (60 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: BV175-6 (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 8 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- 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
- Microvascular anastomosis
- Delicate vascular repair
- Fine arterial and venous reconstruction
- Microsurgical procedures
- Procedures requiring ultra-fine non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8741H, is engineered for ultra-fine vascular and microsurgical tissue approximation where precision handling and durability are critical. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 8-0 diameter delivers ultra-fine tensile performance suitable for microvascular repair and delicate anastomosis procedures. The 60 cm (24 inch) strand length allows controlled placement and flexibility during microsurgical suturing.
This product features double-armed BV175-6 MULTIPASS taper point needles (8 mm). The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, while MULTIPASS technology maintains needle sharpness through repeated passes. 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 8-0 ultra-fine vascular diameter
- 60 cm (24 inch) strand length
- Double-armed BV175-6 needles
- 8 mm taper point needle length
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8741H
- Suture Size: 8-0
- Length: 24 in (60 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: BV175-6 (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 8 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- 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
- Microvascular anastomosis
- Delicate arterial and venous repair
- Ophthalmic microsurgery
- Advanced reconstructive microsurgery
- Procedures requiring ultra-fine non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8766H, is engineered for fine vascular and microsurgical tissue approximation where precision handling and durability are critical. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 7-0 diameter provides ultra-fine tensile performance suitable for microvascular repair and delicate anastomosis procedures. The 60 cm (24 inch) strand length allows controlled placement and flexibility during microsurgical suturing.
This product features double-armed BV175-7 MULTIPASS taper point needles (8 mm). The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, while MULTIPASS technology maintains needle sharpness through repeated passes. 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 7-0 ultra-fine vascular diameter
- 60 cm (24 inch) strand length
- Double-armed BV175-7 needles
- 8 mm taper point needle length
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8766H
- Suture Size: 7-0
- Length: 24 in (60 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: BV175-7 (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 8 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- 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
- Microvascular anastomosis
- Delicate arterial and venous repair
- Advanced reconstructive microsurgery
- Fine vascular procedures
- Procedures requiring ultra-fine non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8767H, is engineered for ultra-fine vascular and microsurgical tissue approximation where precision handling and durability are critical. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 8-0 diameter provides ultra-fine tensile performance suitable for microvascular repair and delicate anastomosis procedures. The 60 cm strand length allows controlled placement and flexibility during microsurgical suturing.
This product features double-armed BV175-7 MULTIPASS taper point needles (8 mm). The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, while MULTIPASS technology maintains needle sharpness through repeated passes. 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 8-0 ultra-fine vascular diameter
- 60 cm strand length
- Double-armed BV175-7 MP needles
- 8 mm taper point needle length
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8767H
- Suture Size: 8-0
- Length: 60 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Bi-directional (Double Armed)
- Needle Name: BV175-7 MP
- Needle Length: 8 mm (each)
- Needle Alloy: 4310
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Microvascular anastomosis
- Delicate arterial and venous repair
- Advanced reconstructive microsurgery
- Ophthalmic microsurgery
- Procedures requiring ultra-fine non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8805H, is engineered for precise vascular tissue approximation where fine 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 refined tensile 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-1 taper point needles (9.3 mm). The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, supporting 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-1 needles
- 9.3 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: 8805H
- Suture Size: 6-0
- Length: 24 in (60 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: BV-1 (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 9.3 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
- Cardiovascular procedures
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring fine non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8806H, is engineered for precise vascular tissue approximation where refined handling 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 6-0 diameter provides fine tensile performance suitable for vascular repair and delicate soft tissue procedures. The 45 cm (18 inch) strand length allows controlled placement and flexibility during anastomosis.
This product features double-armed BV-1 taper point needles (9.3 mm). The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, supporting 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
- 45 cm (18 inch) strand length
- Double-armed BV-1 needles
- 9.3 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: 8806H
- Suture Size: 6-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: BV-1 (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 9.3 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Pack Strand/Length: 1 x 18 in
- QTY/BX: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Vascular anastomosis
- Arterial and venous repair
- Cardiovascular procedures
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring fine non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8807H, is engineered for precise cardiovascular and vascular tissue approximation 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 6-0 diameter offers refined tensile strength suitable for delicate cardiovascular and vascular procedures. The 60 cm (24 inch) strand length allows controlled placement and flexibility during anastomosis.
This product features double-armed CC MULTIPASS tapercut cardio needles (9.3 mm). The tapercut cardio design combines a tapered body with a cutting tip to support controlled penetration of dense cardiac tissues, while MULTIPASS technology maintains needle sharpness through repeated passes. 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 cardiovascular diameter
- 60 cm (24 inch) strand length
- Double-armed CC needles
- 9.3 mm tapercut cardio needle length
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Controlled penetration of cardiac tissue
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8807H
- Suture Size: 6-0
- Length: 24 in (60 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: CC (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 9.3 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Tapercut Cardio
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- 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
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Cardiac tissue approximation
- Vascular anastomosis
- Arterial and venous repair
- Procedures requiring controlled tapercut penetration