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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 W8850, is engineered for dependable soft tissue and fascial approximation where enhanced tensile strength and extended reach are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound stability.
The USP 2-0 diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for moderate to high-tension soft tissue closure. The extended 90 cm strand length supports efficient layered or continuous suturing techniques during surgical procedures.
This suture is bi-directional and supplied double-armed with two CC-30 TAPERCUT needles (31 mm), manufactured from 4310 alloy for strength and consistency. The TAPERCUT configuration combines a tapered body with a cutting tip, enabling controlled penetration of slightly resistant or fibrous tissue while maintaining stability and accuracy. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 2-0 surgical diameter
- 90 cm strand length
- Bi-directional, double-armed configuration
- CC-30 needle design (2 × 31 mm)
- TAPERCUT needle configuration
- 4310 alloy needle construction
- Controlled penetration of fibrous tissue
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8850
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 2-0
- Length: 90 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Bi-directional
- Needle Name: CC-30 (×2)
- Needle Length: 31 mm
- Needle Point Type: TAPERCUT
- Needle Alloy: 4310
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- Moderate to high-tension soft tissue repair
- Layered surgical closure
- General surgical procedures
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8852, is engineered for dependable soft tissue and fascial approximation where enhanced tensile strength and extended reach 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 moderate to high-tension soft tissue closure. The extended 90 cm strand length supports efficient layered or continuous suturing techniques during surgical procedures.
This suture is fitted with a CC-40 TAPERCUT needle. The TAPERCUT configuration combines a tapered body with a cutting tip, enabling controlled penetration of slightly resistant or fibrous tissue while maintaining stability and precision. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, 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
- 90 cm strand length
- CC-40 needle design
- TAPERCUT needle configuration
- Controlled penetration of fibrous tissue
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8852
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 2-0 (Metric 3)
- Length: 90 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: CC-40
- Needle Point Type: TAPERCUT
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- Moderate to high-tension soft tissue repair
- Layered surgical closure
- General surgical procedures
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8872T, is engineered for reliable soft tissue and dermal approximation where precision handling and long-term tensile strength are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound stability.
The USP 5-0 (Metric 1) diameter delivers refined performance suitable for delicate skin and 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 P-3 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle. The PRIME™ reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk, supporting controlled and sharp penetration of dermal and tougher tissue layers. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 24, 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
- 45 cm strand length
- P-3 PRIME™ needle
- Reverse cutting needle configuration
- Designed for dermal tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 24
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8872T
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 5-0 (Metric 1)
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: P-3
- Needle Point Type: PRIME™ Reverse Cutting
- Quantity per Box: 24
- Unit of Measure: Box (24 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fine dermal wound closure
- Skin approximation
- Delicate soft tissue repair
- Plastic and reconstructive procedures
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8879T, is engineered for reliable dermal and soft tissue approximation where controlled penetration and long-term tensile stability are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound support.
The USP 4-0 diameter provides balanced tensile performance suitable for dermal and moderate-tension 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-25 PRIME™ conventional cutting needle (26 mm). The conventional cutting configuration enables sharp penetration of skin and tougher tissue layers, while PRIME™ geometry enhances needle strength and stability during passage. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 24, 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
- PC-25 PRIME™ needle
- 26 mm conventional cutting needle
- Designed for dermal and tougher tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 24
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8879T
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 4-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PC-25 PRIME™
- Needle Length: 26 mm
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting (PC)
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 24
- Unit of Measure: Box (24 Each)
- Suitable For
- Skin closure
- Dermal wound approximation
- Moderate-tension soft tissue repair
- General surgical procedures
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE™ Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8880T, is engineered for reliable dermal and soft tissue approximation where controlled penetration and long-term tensile strength are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE™ provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound stability.
The USP 3-0 (Metric 2) diameter delivers enhanced tensile performance suitable for dermal and moderate-tension 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-25 conventional cutting needle. The conventional cutting configuration enables sharp penetration of skin and tougher tissue layers, supporting controlled and precise dermal closure. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 24, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 3-0 (Metric 2) surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PC-25 needle design
- Conventional cutting needle configuration
- Designed for dermal and tougher tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 24
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE™
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8880T
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 3-0 (Metric 2)
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: PC-25
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting
- Quantity per Box: 24
- Unit of Measure: Box (24 Each)
- Suitable For
- Skin closure
- Dermal wound approximation
- Moderate-tension soft tissue repair
- General surgical procedures
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8895, is designed for dependable soft tissue approximation where long-term tensile strength and minimal tissue reactivity are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, excellent knot security and permanent wound support.
The USP 3-0 diameter offers balanced tensile performance and handling characteristics suitable for general soft tissue closure across a range of surgical disciplines. The extended 120 cm strand length supports continuous suturing techniques and controlled placement in procedures requiring longer running closure.
This suture is supplied with a V-7 tapercut needle (26 mm). The tapercut configuration combines a taper body with a cutting tip, enabling controlled penetration of dense or fibrous tissue while reducing unnecessary trauma. Manufactured from high-quality 4310 alloy, the needle provides strength, stability and resistance to bending during placement.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring reliable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 3-0 surgical diameter
- 120 cm strand length
- V-7 needle
- 26 mm tapercut needle
- 4310 needle alloy construction
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Long-term tensile strength
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8895
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 3-0
- Length: 120 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Bi-directional
- Needle Name: V-7
- Needle Length: 26 mm
- Needle Point Type: Tapercut
- Needle Alloy: 4310
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- General soft tissue approximation
- Fascial and fibrous tissue closure
- Continuous suturing techniques
- Cardiovascular and general surgical procedures
- Applications requiring permanent non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8937, is engineered for reliable soft tissue approximation where long-term tensile strength and minimal tissue reactivity are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE ensures smooth tissue passage, consistent handling and permanent wound support.
The USP 2-0 diameter provides substantial tensile performance suitable for fascia, fibrous tissue and general soft tissue closure requiring secure knot integrity. The 90 cm strand length supports controlled placement and continuous suturing techniques during a wide range of surgical procedures.
This suture is supplied with a V-5 tapercut needle (17 mm). The tapercut configuration combines a tapered body with a cutting tip, enabling precise penetration of dense or fibrous tissue while reducing unnecessary trauma. Constructed from durable 4310 alloy, the needle offers strength, stability and resistance to bending during placement.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 2-0 surgical diameter
- 90 cm strand length
- V-5 needle
- 17 mm tapercut needle
- 4310 needle alloy construction
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Long-term tensile strength
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8937
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 2-0
- Length: 90 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Bi-directional
- Needle Name: V-5
- Needle Length: 17 mm
- Needle Point Type: Tapercut
- Needle Alloy: 4310
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- General soft tissue approximation
- Fascial closure
- Fibrous tissue repair
- Continuous suturing techniques
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8977, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation where long-term tensile strength and minimal tissue reactivity are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, consistent handling and permanent wound support.
The USP 2-0 diameter provides substantial tensile performance suitable for fascia and fibrous tissue closure requiring secure knot integrity and durable approximation. The 90 cm strand length supports controlled placement and continuous suturing techniques across a wide range of general surgical procedures.
This suture is supplied with a V-7 tapercut needle. The tapercut configuration combines a tapered body with a cutting tip, enabling controlled penetration of dense or fibrous tissue while minimising unnecessary trauma. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring reliable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 2-0 surgical diameter
- 90 cm strand length
- V-7 needle
- Tapercut needle configuration
- Designed for controlled penetration of fibrous tissue
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8977
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
- Suture Size: USP 2-0
- Length: 90 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: V-7
- Needle Point Type: Tapercut
- Pledget: No
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- General soft tissue approximation
- Fascial closure
- Fibrous tissue repair
- Continuous suturing techniques
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable support