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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 W8401, is engineered for high-strength soft tissue and fascial approximation where durability and extended reach are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE™ ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound stability.
The USP 1 (Metric 4) diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for moderate to high-tension soft tissue closure. The extended 100 cm strand length provides enhanced reach and flexibility during deeper or more complex surgical procedures.
This suture is supplied with a TP-1 taper point needle. The taper point configuration enables atraumatic penetration by separating tissue fibres rather than cutting, supporting controlled placement while reducing tissue trauma. 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 1 (Metric 4) surgical diameter
- Extended 100 cm strand length
- TP-1 needle design
- Taper point needle configuration
- Suitable for moderate to high-tension closure
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE™
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8401
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 1 (Metric 4)
- Length: 100 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: TP-1
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- General soft tissue approximation
- High-tension wound repair
- Layered surgical closure
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8434, is engineered for dependable soft tissue and fascial approximation where 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 0 (Metric 3.5) diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for moderate to high-tension soft tissue closure. The extended 100 cm strand length provides enhanced reach and flexibility during deeper or more complex surgical procedures.
This suture is supplied with an MO-2 taper point needle. The taper point configuration enables atraumatic penetration by separating tissue fibres rather than cutting, helping to minimise tissue trauma while maintaining controlled 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 0 (Metric 3.5) surgical diameter
- Extended 100 cm strand length
- MO-2 needle design
- Taper point needle configuration
- Suitable for moderate to high-tension tissue closure
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8434
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 0 (Metric 3.5)
- Length: 100 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: MO-2
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- 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 W8475G, is engineered for high-strength soft tissue and skin approximation where durability and extended reach are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound stability.
The USP 1 diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for moderate to high-tension soft tissue closure. The extended 100 cm strand length provides enhanced reach and flexibility during deeper or more complex surgical procedures.
This suture is supplied with a CPX reverse cutting needle (48 mm). The reverse cutting configuration enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk, making it particularly suitable for skin and tougher dermal layers. 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 1 surgical diameter
- Extended 100 cm strand length
- CPX needle design
- 48 mm reverse cutting needle
- Designed for high-tension dermal penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8475G
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 1
- Length: 100 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: CPX
- Needle Length: 48 mm
- Needle Point Type: Reverse Cutting
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Dermal wound closure
- Moderate to high-tension soft tissue repair
- Larger incision approximation
- General surgical procedures
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture, product code W8702, is engineered for fine soft tissue and vascular approximation where precision handling and long-term tensile stability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound support.
The USP 7-0 (Metric 0.5) diameter offers refined handling characteristics suitable for delicate tissue layers requiring controlled tension. The 60 cm strand length provides balanced reach and flexibility during intricate surgical procedures.
This suture is supplied with a BV-175-8 taper point needle. The taper point configuration enables atraumatic penetration by separating tissue fibres rather than cutting, helping to minimise tissue trauma during vascular and fine tissue approximation. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional microsurgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 7-0 (Metric 0.5) microsurgical diameter
- 60 cm strand length
- BV-175-8 needle design
- Taper point needle configuration
- Smooth, atraumatic tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8702
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 7-0 (Metric 0.5)
- Length: 60 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: BV-175-8
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Microsurgical procedures
- Fine vascular tissue approximation
- Delicate soft tissue repair
- Layered closure requiring minimal tissue trauma
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture, product code W8702S, is engineered for fine vascular and soft tissue approximation where precision handling and long-term tensile stability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound support.
The USP 7-0 diameter offers refined handling characteristics suitable for delicate tissue layers requiring controlled tension. Each pack contains four 60 cm strands in a bi-directional double-armed configuration, supporting efficient procedural workflow and multiple anastomosis or closure applications within a single sterile pack.
Each strand is double-armed with two BV175-8 MP taper point needles (9.3 mm), manufactured from 4310 alloy for strength and consistency. MULTIPASS technology is designed to maintain needle sharpness through repeated passes, ensuring consistent penetration performance. The taper point configuration enables atraumatic fibre separation rather than cutting. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12 packs (each containing 4 strands), this product is intended for professional microsurgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 7-0 microsurgical diameter
- 4 × 60 cm strands per pack
- Bi-directional, double-armed configuration
- BV175-8 MP needle design (2 × 9.3 mm per strand)
- 4310 alloy needle construction
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Smooth, atraumatic tissue penetration
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12 packs
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8702S
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 7-0
- Length per Strand: 60 cm
- Strands per Pack: 4
- Pack Configuration: 4 × 60 cm strands (Double-Armed)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Bi-directional
- Needle Name: BV175-8 MP (×2 per strand)
- Needle Length: 9.3 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Needle Alloy: 4310
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Technology
- Pledget: No
- Quantity per Box: 12 packs
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Microsurgical procedures
- Fine vascular tissue approximation
- Multiple anastomosis applications
- Delicate layered closure
- Applications requiring permanent non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture, product code W8704, is engineered for fine soft tissue and vascular approximation where precision handling and long-term tensile stability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound support.
The USP 7-0 (Metric 0.5) diameter offers refined handling characteristics suitable for delicate tissue layers requiring controlled tension. The 60 cm strand length provides balanced reach and flexibility during intricate surgical procedures.
This suture is fitted with a CC TAPERCUT micro-point needle. The TAPERCUT micro-point configuration combines a tapered body with a finely engineered cutting tip, enabling controlled penetration of slightly resistant tissue while minimising trauma to surrounding structures. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional microsurgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 7-0 (Metric 0.5) microsurgical diameter
- 60 cm strand length
- CC needle design
- TAPERCUT micro-point 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: W8704
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 7-0 (Metric 0.5)
- Length: 60 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: CC
- Needle Point Type: TAPERCUT Micro-Point
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Microsurgical procedures
- Fine vascular tissue approximation
- Delicate layered closure
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture, product code W8707, is engineered for fine soft tissue and vascular approximation where precision handling and long-term tensile stability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound support.
The USP 6-0 diameter offers refined tensile performance suitable for delicate tissue layers requiring controlled tension. The 60 cm strand length provides balanced reach and flexibility during intricate surgical procedures.
This suture is bi-directional and supplied double-armed with two CC-1 MP TAPERCUT CC needles (13 mm). The TAPERCUT CC configuration combines a tapered body with a cutting tip, enabling controlled penetration of slightly resistant tissue. MULTIPASS technology is designed to maintain needle sharpness through repeated passes, ensuring consistent performance. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 6-0 microsurgical diameter
- 60 cm strand length
- Bi-directional, double-armed configuration
- CC-1 MP needle design (2 × 13 mm)
- TAPERCUT CC needle configuration
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Smooth, controlled tissue penetration
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8707
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 6-0
- Length: 60 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Bi-directional
- Needle Name: CC-1 MP (×2)
- Needle Length: 13 mm
- Needle Point Type: TAPERCUT CC
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Technology
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Microsurgical procedures
- Fine vascular tissue approximation
- Delicate soft tissue repair
- Procedures requiring sustained needle sharpness
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture, product code W8718, is engineered for fine soft tissue and vascular approximation where precision handling and long-term tensile stability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound support.
The USP 6-0 (Metric 0.7) diameter offers refined handling characteristics suitable for delicate tissue layers requiring controlled tension. The 60 cm strand length supports accurate placement and secure knot tying during intricate surgical procedures.
This suture is fitted with a C-1 taper point needle. The taper point configuration enables atraumatic penetration by separating tissue fibres rather than cutting, helping to minimise tissue trauma during delicate approximation. 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 6-0 (Metric 0.7) microsurgical diameter
- 60 cm strand length
- C-1 needle design
- Taper point needle configuration
- Smooth, atraumatic tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8718
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 6-0 (Metric 0.7)
- Length: 60 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: C-1
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fine soft tissue approximation
- Microsurgical procedures
- Vascular tissue repair
- Delicate layered closure
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing