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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.
Order online with fast UK dispatch and competitive trade pricing from SutureVet.
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This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8841H, is engineered for ultra-fine vascular and microsurgical tissue approximation where precision handling and minimal tissue trauma are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 8-0 (Metric 0.4) 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 a BV175-6 taper point needle. The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, supporting accurate placement and consistent microvascular 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 8-0 (Metric 0.4) ultra-fine diameter
- 60 cm strand length
- BV175-6 taper point needle
- Designed for microvascular procedures
- 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: 8841H
- Suture Size: USP 8-0 (Metric 0.4)
- Length: 60 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: BV175-6
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
- 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 8966H, is engineered for fine vascular and microsurgical tissue approximation where precision handling and minimal tissue trauma 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 (Metric 0.5) 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 a BV175-7 taper point needle. The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, supporting accurate placement and consistent microvascular 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 7-0 (Metric 0.5) ultra-fine diameter
- 60 cm strand length
- BV175-7 taper point needle
- Designed for microvascular procedures
- 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: 8966H
- Suture Size: USP 7-0 (Metric 0.5)
- Length: 60 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: BV175-7
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
- 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 Veterinary Surgical Suture, model ED12, is engineered for secure tissue approximation in animal health procedures where strength, controlled penetration and extended reach are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 2-0 diameter provides high tensile strength suitable for endoscopic and minimally invasive veterinary procedures. The extended 110 cm strand length enables improved manoeuvrability and instrument handling during laparoscopic or deep surgical access.
This product features an EN-3 tapercut needle (24 mm) configured for endoscopic use. The tapercut design combines a tapered body with a cutting tip to facilitate controlled penetration of tissue in confined operative fields. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this suture is intended for professional veterinary surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 2-0 high-strength veterinary diameter
- 110 cm extended strand length
- EN-3 tapercut endoscopic needle
- 24 mm needle length
- Designed for minimally invasive procedures
- Controlled tissue penetration
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: ED12
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: 2-0
- Length: 110 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: EN-3
- Needle Length: 24 mm
- Needle Point Type: Tapercut
- Pledget Size: ENDO
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Veterinary laparoscopic procedures
- Minimally invasive animal surgery
- Deep tissue approximation in animals
- Endoscopic soft tissue repair
- Procedures requiring extended non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model EH7222H, is engineered for fine vascular and microsurgical tissue approximation where precision handling and minimal tissue trauma 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 (Metric 0.5) diameter provides ultra-fine tensile performance suitable for microvascular repair and delicate anastomosis procedures. The extended 75 cm strand length allows improved operative reach and controlled placement during microsurgical suturing.
This product features a BV175-8 taper point needle. The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, supporting accurate placement and consistent microvascular 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 7-0 (Metric 0.5) ultra-fine diameter
- 75 cm strand length
- BV175-8 taper point needle
- Designed for microvascular procedures
- 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: EH7222H
- Suture Size: USP 7-0 (Metric 0.5)
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: BV175-8
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
- 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 EH7228H, is engineered for precise vascular and cardiovascular tissue approximation where refined handling, enhanced visibility 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 delicate vascular repair and anastomosis procedures. The 75 cm strand length offers improved operative reach and controlled placement during suturing.
This product features double-armed C-1 VISI-BLACK taper point needles (13 mm) manufactured from 4310 alloy. The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, while VISI-BLACK coating enhances intraoperative needle visibility. 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 strand length
- Double-armed C-1 VISI-BLACK needles
- 13 mm taper point needle length
- 4310 alloy surgical needle
- Enhanced intraoperative visibility
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: EH7228H
- Suture Size: 6-0
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Bi-directional (Double Armed)
- Needle Name: C-1 VB
- Needle Length: 13 mm (each)
- Needle Alloy: 4310
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Special Feature: VISI-BLACK Surgical Needle
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Vascular anastomosis
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Arterial and venous repair
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring enhanced needle visibility
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model EH7238H, is engineered for precise vascular and microsurgical tissue approximation where refined handling, enhanced visibility 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 75 cm strand length offers improved operative reach and flexibility during suturing.
This product features double-armed BV-1 VISI-BLACK taper point needles (9.3 mm) manufactured from 4310 alloy. The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, while VISI-BLACK coating enhances intraoperative needle visibility. 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
- 75 cm strand length
- Double-armed BV-1 VISI-BLACK needles
- 9.3 mm taper point needle length
- 4310 alloy surgical needle
- Enhanced intraoperative visibility
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: EH7238H
- Suture Size: 7-0
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Bi-directional (Double Armed)
- Needle Name: BV-1 VB
- Needle Length: 9.3 mm (each)
- Needle Alloy: 4310
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Special Feature: VISI-BLACK 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
- Cardiovascular procedures
- Advanced reconstructive microsurgery
- Procedures requiring enhanced needle visibility
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model EH7405H, is engineered for fine vascular and microsurgical tissue approximation where precision handling and minimal tissue trauma 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 (Metric 0.5) diameter provides ultra-fine tensile performance suitable for microvascular repair and delicate anastomosis procedures. The extended 75 cm strand length allows improved operative reach and controlled placement during microsurgical suturing.
This product features a BV175-8 taper point needle. The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, supporting accurate placement and consistent microvascular 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 7-0 (Metric 0.5) ultra-fine diameter
- 75 cm strand length
- BV175-8 taper point needle
- Designed for microvascular procedures
- 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: EH7405H
- Suture Size: USP 7-0 (Metric 0.5)
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: BV175-8
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
- 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 Veterinary Surgical Suture, model EH7691H, is engineered for reliable skin and soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures where strength and controlled penetration are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound support.
The USP 3-0 diameter delivers balanced tensile performance suitable for veterinary dermal and general soft tissue closure. The 75 cm strand length offers improved operative reach and controlled placement during wound approximation in animal patients.
This product features a PS-2 PRIME MULTIPASS reverse cutting needle (19 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 3-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 75 cm strand length
- PS-2 PRIME MULTIPASS needle
- 19 mm reverse cutting needle length
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Designed for dermal tissue penetration in animals
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: EH7691H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: 3-0
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PS-2 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 19 mm
- Needle Point Type: Reverse Cutting Prime
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- Strands Per Pack: 4
- 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 durable non-absorbable suturing