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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, product code MPP8682H, is engineered for reliable skin and soft tissue approximation where precision handling and permanent tensile support are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and long-term wound stability.
The USP 4-0 diameter delivers balanced tensile performance suitable for dermal and general soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length supports controlled placement and secure knot tying across a range of surgical procedures.
This suture is supplied with a PS-2 PRIME MULTIPASS reverse cutting needle (19 mm). The PRIME reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk, while MULTIPASS technology is designed to maintain sharpness through repeated passes. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 4-0 surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PS-2 PRIME MULTIPASS needle
- 19 mm reverse cutting needle
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Designed for dermal tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: MPP8682H
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 4-0
- Length: 45 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 Technology
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Dermal wound closure
- Skin approximation
- General soft tissue repair
- Procedures requiring sustained needle sharpness
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code MPP8875H, is engineered for reliable skin and soft tissue approximation where controlled penetration and permanent wound support are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and sustained tensile strength.
The USP 4-0 (Metric 1.5) diameter delivers balanced tensile performance suitable for dermal and general soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length supports accurate placement and secure knot tying during routine and specialist surgical procedures.
This suture is fitted with a PC-3 conventional cutting needle. The conventional cutting configuration features a cutting edge on the inner curvature of the needle, enabling sharp penetration of skin and tougher tissue layers while maintaining precise control. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 4-0 (Metric 1.5) surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PC-3 needle design
- Conventional cutting needle configuration
- Designed for skin and tougher tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: MPP8875H
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 4-0 (Metric 1.5)
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: PC-3
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Skin closure
- Dermal wound approximation
- General soft tissue repair
- Procedures involving tougher tissue layers
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code MPP8880H, is engineered for reliable skin and soft tissue approximation where controlled penetration and permanent tensile support are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and long-term wound stability.
The USP 3-0 diameter delivers enhanced tensile strength suitable for dermal and moderate-tension soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length supports precise placement and secure knot tying across a wide range of surgical applications.
This suture is supplied with a PC-25 PRIME MULTIPASS conventional cutting needle (26 mm). The conventional cutting configuration provides sharp penetration of skin and tougher tissue layers, while PRIME geometry enhances needle strength. MULTIPASS technology is designed to maintain sharpness through repeated passes, supporting consistent penetration performance. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 3-0 surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PC-25 PRIME MULTIPASS needle
- 26 mm conventional cutting needle
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Designed for skin and tougher tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: MPP8880H
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 3-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PC-25 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 26 mm
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting (PC)
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Technology
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Skin closure
- Dermal wound approximation
- Moderate-tension soft tissue repair
- Procedures requiring sustained needle sharpness
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code PBB5613H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation where extended strand length and permanent tensile strength are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and durable wound stability.
The USP 4-0 diameter delivers balanced tensile performance suitable for dermal and general soft tissue closure. The extended 120 cm strand length offers increased reach and flexibility, supporting efficient continuous suturing and layered closure techniques.
This suture is bi-directional and supplied double-armed with two RB-1 taper point needles (17 mm). The taper point configuration enables atraumatic penetration by separating tissue fibres rather than cutting, helping to reduce tissue trauma during approximation. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 4-0 surgical diameter
- Extended 120 cm strand length
- Bi-directional, double-armed configuration
- RB-1 needle design (2 × needles)
- 17 mm taper point needles
- Smooth, atraumatic tissue penetration
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PBB5613H
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 4-0
- Length: 120 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Bi-directional
- Needle Name: RB-1 (×2)
- Needle Length: 17 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- General soft tissue approximation
- Dermal wound closure
- Layered or continuous suturing techniques
- Procedures requiring extended strand length
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code PUU5662SH, is engineered for reliable soft tissue approximation where refined handling and permanent wound support are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and sustained tensile strength.
The USP 5-0 (Metric 1) diameter offers balanced performance suitable for delicate dermal and soft tissue closure. The 60 cm strand length supports controlled placement and secure knot tying during precise surgical procedures.
This suture is fitted with a TF-1 taper point needle. The taper point configuration enables atraumatic penetration by separating tissue fibres rather than cutting, helping to reduce tissue trauma during approximation in delicate tissue layers. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 5-0 (Metric 1) surgical diameter
- 60 cm strand length
- TF-1 needle design
- Taper point needle configuration
- Smooth, atraumatic tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PUU5662SH
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 5-0 (Metric 1)
- Length: 60 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: TF-1
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fine dermal wound closure
- Soft tissue approximation
- Vascular and delicate tissue repair
- Layered closure techniques
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code VC5673H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation where enhanced tensile strength and controlled handling are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound stability.
The USP 2-0 (Metric 3) diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for fascial and moderate to high-tension soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length supports precise placement and secure knot tying in a range of surgical procedures.
This suture is fitted with a UR-6 taper point needle. The taper point configuration enables atraumatic penetration by separating tissue fibres rather than cutting, helping to minimise tissue trauma during approximation. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 2-0 (Metric 3) surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- UR-6 needle design
- Taper point needle configuration
- Smooth, atraumatic tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: VC5673H
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 2-0 (Metric 3)
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: UR-6
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- General soft tissue approximation
- Moderate to high-tension wound repair
- Layered surgical closure
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W295H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation where enhanced tensile strength and controlled handling are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound stability.
The USP 2-0 (Metric 3) diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for fascial and moderate to high-tension soft tissue closure. The 75 cm strand length supports precise placement and secure knot tying across a wide range of surgical procedures.
This suture is fitted with an MH-1 taper point needle. The taper point configuration enables atraumatic penetration by separating tissue fibres rather than cutting, helping to reduce tissue trauma while maintaining controlled placement. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 2-0 (Metric 3) surgical diameter
- 75 cm strand length
- MH-1 needle design
- Taper point needle configuration
- Smooth, atraumatic tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W295H
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 2-0 (Metric 3)
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: MH-1
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- General soft tissue approximation
- Moderate to high-tension wound repair
- Layered surgical closure
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE™ Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W751, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation where enhanced tensile strength and extended strand length are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE™ ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound stability.
The USP 3-0 (Metric 2) diameter delivers balanced tensile performance suitable for general soft tissue and layered closure procedures. The extended 100 cm strand length provides increased reach and flexibility during deeper or more complex surgical applications.
This suture is supplied with a KS-75 needle configuration to facilitate controlled penetration and stable handling during tissue approximation. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring durable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 3-0 (Metric 2) surgical diameter
- Extended 100 cm strand length
- KS-75 needle configuration
- Designed for secure soft tissue approximation
- Smooth tissue passage
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE™
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W751
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 3-0 (Metric 2)
- Length: 100 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: KS-75
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- General soft tissue approximation
- Layered wound closure
- Moderate-tension tissue repair
- Procedures requiring extended strand length
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing