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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 PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code D10178, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus provides smooth tissue passage, predictable absorption and prolonged wound support.
The integrated antibacterial technology is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in veterinary surgical environments. The USP 1 diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for high-tension veterinary soft tissue and fascial closure.
The extended 244 cm strand length supports continuous suturing techniques and efficient closure of large surgical sites. This suture is supplied with a CTX taperpoint needle (48 mm), enabling smooth penetration of soft tissue with minimal trauma while maintaining needle stability during placement.
With an absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus provides extended wound support during the critical healing period before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional veterinary surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Antibacterial suture technology
- USP 1 veterinary surgical diameter
- 244 cm strand length
- CTX taperpoint needle
- 48 mm needle length
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Prolonged wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: D10178
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 1
- Length: 244 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: CTX
- Needle Length: 48 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taperpoint
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Veterinary fascial closure
- High-tension soft tissue approximation
- Large animal surgical procedures
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable support
- Applications where antibacterial suture protection is desired
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code D10179, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus delivers smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound support.
Incorporating antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in surgical environments. The USP 0 diameter provides substantial tensile performance suitable for fascial and high-tension soft tissue closure.
The 150 cm strand length supports continuous suturing techniques and efficient closure of larger surgical sites. This suture is supplied with a CT-1 taperpoint needle (36 mm), allowing smooth penetration of soft tissue while maintaining needle stability and control during placement.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength through the critical healing phase before gradual absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 24, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Antibacterial suture technology
- USP 0 surgical diameter
- 150 cm strand length
- CT-1 taperpoint needle
- 36 mm needle length
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Prolonged wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 24
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: D10179
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 0
- Length: 150 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: CT-1
- Needle Length: 36 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taperpoint
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 24
- Unit of Measure: Box (24 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- Abdominal wall approximation
- General soft tissue closure
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable support
- Applications where antibacterial suture protection is desired
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code D10180, is engineered for reliable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus delivers smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound support.
Incorporating antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in surgical environments. The USP 0 diameter provides substantial tensile performance suitable for fascial and high-tension soft tissue closure.
The 150 cm strand length supports continuous suturing techniques and efficient closure of larger surgical sites. This suture is supplied with a CT-2 taperpoint flat needle. The taperpoint flat configuration facilitates smooth penetration of soft tissue while offering enhanced needle stability and control during placement.
With an extended absorption profile, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength through the critical healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 24, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Antibacterial suture technology
- USP 0 surgical diameter
- 150 cm strand length
- CT-2 taperpoint flat needle
- Smooth tissue penetration with enhanced control
- Prolonged wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 24
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: D10180
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: Absorbable Sutures
- Suture Size: USP 0
- Length: 150 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Needle Name: CT-2
- Needle Point Type: Taperpoint Flat
- Quantity per Box: 24
- Unit of Measure: Box (24 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- Abdominal wall approximation
- General soft tissue closure
- Continuous suturing techniques
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable support with antibacterial protection
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP335H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament incorporating triclosan antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus provides smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound stability.
The antibacterial coating is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in surgical environments. The USP 1 diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for fascial and high-tension soft tissue closure requiring secure approximation and reliable knot integrity.
The 70 cm strand length supports controlled placement and continuous suturing techniques. This suture is supplied with a CT-2 taperpoint needle (26 mm), enabling smooth penetration of soft tissue while minimising trauma and maintaining needle stability during placement.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 1 surgical diameter
- 70 cm strand length
- CT-2 taperpoint needle
- 26 mm needle length
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Prolonged wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP335H
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 1
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Material: Polydioxanone with Triclosan
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: CT-2
- Needle Length: 26 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taperpoint
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- Abdominal wall approximation
- High-tension soft tissue closure
- Continuous suturing techniques
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable support with antibacterial protection
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP357H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament incorporating triclosan antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus ensures smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound stability.
The antibacterial coating is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in surgical environments. The USP 2-0 diameter provides strong tensile performance suitable for fascial and abdominal wall closure requiring secure approximation and reliable knot integrity.
The extended 36 inch (90 cm) strand length supports continuous suturing techniques and efficient closure of larger operative sites. This suture is supplied with a CT taperpoint needle (40 mm), enabling smooth penetration of soft tissue while maintaining needle stability and control during placement.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 2-0 surgical diameter
- 36 in (90 cm) strand length
- CT taperpoint needle
- 40 mm needle length
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Prolonged wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP357H
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 2-0
- Length: 36 in (90 cm)
- Material: Polydioxanone with Triclosan
- Colour: Violet
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: CT
- Needle Length: 40 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taperpoint
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1 x 36 in
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- Abdominal wall approximation
- High-tension soft tissue closure
- Closure of larger surgical sites
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable support with antibacterial protection
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP358H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament incorporating triclosan antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus ensures smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound stability.
The antibacterial coating is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in surgical environments. The USP 0 diameter provides substantial tensile performance suitable for fascial and high-tension soft tissue closure requiring secure approximation and reliable knot integrity.
The 90 cm strand length supports continuous suturing techniques and efficient closure of larger operative sites. This suture is supplied with a CT taperpoint needle, designed to enable smooth penetration of soft tissue while maintaining stability and control during placement.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 0 surgical diameter
- 90 cm strand length
- CT taperpoint needle
- Smooth soft tissue penetration
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Prolonged wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP358H
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: Absorbable Sutures
- Suture Size: USP 0
- Length: 90 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone with Triclosan
- Colour: Violet
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: CT
- Needle Point Type: Taperpoint
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- Abdominal wall approximation
- High-tension soft tissue closure
- Continuous suturing techniques
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable support with antibacterial protection
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code PDP9211H, is engineered for high-strength soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring extended tensile support and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus incorporates triclosan antibacterial technology to support infection risk management in veterinary surgical environments.
The USP 1 diameter provides substantial tensile strength suitable for larger tissue structures and higher-tension closures in companion and large animal surgery. The monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and dependable knot security during placement.
Each suture features a 70 cm strand length, allowing controlled handling within standard operative fields. Supplied with an MH-1 taper point needle (31 mm), the taper point configuration separates tissue fibres rather than cutting them, promoting atraumatic penetration and precise soft tissue approximation.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional veterinary and animal health surgical settings requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 1 high-tensile veterinary diameter
- 70 cm strand length
- MH-1 taper point needle
- 31 mm needle length
- Violet suture for enhanced intraoperative visibility
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9211H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 1
- Length: 70 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Violet
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: MH-1
- Needle Length: 31 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Higher-tension soft tissue approximation in animals
- Closure of larger tissue structures
- General veterinary surgical procedures
- Applications requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
- Veterinary surgery requiring atraumatic taper point penetration
This PDS™ Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP9233H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS™ Plus incorporates triclosan antibacterial technology to support infection risk management in surgical environments.
The violet monofilament construction provides excellent visibility within the operative field while enabling smooth tissue passage and reduced tissue drag. Polydioxanone delivers predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged tensile strength retention during the critical wound healing phase.
Each suture features a 70 cm strand length, supporting controlled placement and efficient handling during routine and extended closure procedures. Supplied with a CT needle, this configuration is designed for reliable penetration and accurate soft tissue approximation across a range of surgical applications.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS™ Plus maintains tensile strength throughout healing before gradual absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional hospital and surgical environments requiring long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- 70 cm strand length
- CT needle configuration
- Violet suture for enhanced intraoperative visibility
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS™ Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9233H
- Product Group: Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Length: 70 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Violet
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Needle Name: CT
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- General soft tissue approximation
- Dermal and subcutaneous closure
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
- Surgical settings where antibacterial suture technology is indicated
- Standard operative wound closure applications