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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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Ethicon MONOCRYL is a synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25, designed to deliver predictable absorption and reliable short-term wound support with minimal tissue reaction.
This USP 4-0 suture is supplied in a 70 cm length and features an undyed monofilament construction to minimise tissue visibility. It is armed with a single reverse cutting straight needle measuring 48 mm, allowing direct linear access and controlled cutting performance in skin and superficial tissue layers.
MONOCRYL sutures offer smooth tissue passage, excellent handling characteristics and secure knot performance during healing. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 36 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL
- Product Code: C1041
- GTIN: 30705031115235
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse cutting
- Needle Size: 48 mm
- Needle Curvature: Straight
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Superficial soft tissue suturing
- Plastic and minor surgical procedures
- Situations requiring straight-line needle access
Ethicon MONOCRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation along the suture line.
This USP 4-0 suture is supplied in a 70 cm length and features a violet monofilament construction for enhanced visibility during placement. It is armed with a single Taperpoint Plus needle measuring 22 mm with a 1/2 circle curvature, designed to provide smooth tissue passage, controlled penetration and reduced tissue trauma in fine soft tissue closure.
MONOCRYL PLUS sutures deliver predictable tensile strength retention followed by reliable absorption, making them suitable for tissues requiring short-term wound support. They produce minimal tissue reaction and offer excellent handling and knot performance. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 36 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL PLUS
- Product Code: MCP218H
- Reference Code: W3660
- GTIN: 30705031121106
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taperpoint Plus
- Needle Size: 22 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- General and abdominal surgery
- Subcutaneous and dermal closure
- Procedures requiring short-term wound support
Ethicon MONOCRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation along the suture line.
This USP 4-0 suture is supplied in a 45 cm length and features an undyed monofilament construction for minimal tissue visibility. It is armed with a single reverse cutting needle measuring 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, engineered for controlled penetration and reliable performance in skin and tougher tissue layers.
MONOCRYL PLUS sutures provide predictable tensile strength retention followed by reliable absorption, making them suitable for tissues requiring short-term wound support. They elicit minimal tissue reaction while offering excellent handling and knot security. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 36 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL PLUS
- Product Code: MCP292H
- Reference Code: W3201
- GTIN: 30705031121250
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse cutting
- Needle Size: 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Subcutaneous and dermal closure
- General surgical procedures
- Applications requiring short-term wound support
Ethicon MONOCRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation along the suture line.
This USP 4-0 suture is supplied in a 70 cm length and features an undyed monofilament construction to minimise tissue visibility. It is armed with a single Reverse Cutting Prime needle measuring 16 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, engineered to provide controlled penetration and reliable cutting performance in skin and tougher tissue layers.
MONOCRYL PLUS sutures deliver predictable tensile strength retention followed by reliable absorption, making them suitable for tissues requiring short-term wound support. They produce minimal tissue reaction while offering excellent handling and knot security. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL PLUS
- Product Code: MCP3205G
- Reference Code: W3205
- GTIN: 30705031121403
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse Cutting Prime
- Needle Size: 16 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Dermal and subcutaneous suturing
- Plastic and general surgery
- Procedures requiring short-term wound support
Ethicon MONOCRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation along the suture line.
This USP 5-0 suture is supplied in a 70 cm length and features an undyed monofilament construction to minimise tissue visibility. It is armed with a single reverse cutting needle measuring 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, engineered to provide controlled penetration and reliable cutting performance in skin and tougher tissue layers.
MONOCRYL PLUS sutures deliver predictable tensile strength retention followed by reliable absorption, making them suitable for tissues requiring short-term wound support. They elicit minimal tissue reaction while maintaining excellent handling and knot security. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL PLUS
- Product Code: MCP3209G
- Reference Code: W3209
- GTIN: 30705031121410
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 5-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse cutting
- Needle Size: 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Dermal and subcutaneous suturing
- Plastic and general surgery
- Procedures requiring short-term wound support
Ethicon MONOCRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation along the suture line.
This USP 4-0 suture is supplied in a 70 cm length and features an undyed monofilament construction to minimise tissue visibility. It is armed with a single Reverse Cutting Prime needle measuring 26 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, engineered to provide controlled penetration and reliable cutting performance in skin and tougher tissue layers.
MONOCRYL PLUS sutures deliver predictable tensile strength retention followed by reliable absorption, making them suitable for tissues requiring short-term wound support. They elicit minimal tissue reaction while maintaining excellent handling and knot security. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 36 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL PLUS
- Product Code: MCP3212H
- Reference Code: MPY3212H
- GTIN: 30705031121427
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse Cutting Prime
- Needle Size: 26 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Dermal and subcutaneous suturing
- Plastic and general surgery
- Procedures requiring short-term wound support
Ethicon MONOCRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation along the suture line.
This USP 5-0 suture is supplied in a 45 cm length and features an undyed monofilament construction to minimise tissue visibility. It is armed with a single reverse cutting needle measuring 16 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, designed to deliver controlled penetration and reliable cutting performance in skin and tougher tissue layers.
MONOCRYL PLUS sutures provide predictable tensile strength retention followed by reliable absorption, making them suitable for tissues requiring short-term wound support. They elicit minimal tissue reaction while maintaining excellent handling and knot security. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL PLUS
- Product Code: MCP3221G
- Reference Code: W3221
- GTIN: 30705031121465
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 5-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse cutting
- Needle Size: 16 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Dermal and subcutaneous suturing
- Plastic and minor surgical procedures
- Applications requiring short-term wound support
Ethicon MONOCRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation along the suture line.
This USP 6-0 suture is supplied in a 45 cm length and features a violet monofilament construction for clear visibility during delicate placement. It is armed with a single conventional taperpoint needle measuring 13 mm with a 1/2 circle curvature, designed to pass smoothly through fine soft tissues while enabling controlled, precise needle placement.
MONOCRYL PLUS sutures provide predictable tensile strength retention followed by reliable absorption, making them suitable for tissues requiring short-term wound support in delicate surgical procedures. They elicit minimal tissue reaction while maintaining excellent handling and knot security. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL PLUS
- Product Code: MCP3224G
- Reference Code: W3224
- GTIN: 30705031121472
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 6-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taperpoint
- Needle Design: Round-bodied
- Needle Size: 13 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Fine soft tissue approximation
- Subcutaneous and dermal closure
- Plastic, ophthalmic and delicate surgical procedures
- Applications requiring precise, atraumatic needle control