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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 PDP9861H, is engineered for precise soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring prolonged tensile strength 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 6-0 diameter provides fine tensile control suitable for delicate dermal and soft tissue closure in companion animal surgery and smaller anatomical structures. The undyed monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal drag and dependable knot security during placement.
Each suture features a 45 cm strand length, supporting controlled handling in smaller operative fields. Supplied with a 13 mm PC-1 PRIME conventional cutting needle, this configuration allows accurate skin penetration and controlled advancement through tougher surface tissues, with the cutting edge positioned on the inner curvature for precise tissue entry.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength during 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 6-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PC-1 PRIME conventional cutting needle
- 13 mm needle length
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9861H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 6-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Undyed
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PC-1 PRIME
- Needle Length: 13 mm
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting PC
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Delicate dermal closure in companion animals
- Fine skin approximation
- Small anatomical soft tissue procedures
- Veterinary surgery requiring small conventional cutting needle precision
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code PDP9863H, is engineered for accurate soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring prolonged tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus incorporates triclosan antibacterial technology to support infection risk management within veterinary surgical environments.
The USP 5-0 diameter provides fine tensile control suitable for delicate dermal and general soft tissue closure in companion animal surgery. The undyed monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and dependable knot security during placement.
Each suture features a 45 cm strand length, supporting precise handling within smaller operative fields. Supplied with a 13 mm PC-1 PRIME conventional cutting needle, this configuration facilitates controlled skin penetration and accurate advancement through tougher surface tissues, with the cutting edge positioned on the inner curvature for consistent tissue entry.
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 5-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PC-1 PRIME conventional cutting needle
- 13 mm needle length
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9863H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 5-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Undyed
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PC-1 PRIME
- Needle Length: 13 mm
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting PC
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Delicate dermal closure in companion animals
- Fine skin approximation
- Small soft tissue veterinary procedures
- Veterinary surgery requiring small conventional cutting needle precision
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code PDP9865H, is engineered for precise soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring prolonged tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus incorporates triclosan antibacterial technology to support infection risk management within veterinary surgical environments.
The USP 5-0 diameter provides fine tensile control suitable for delicate dermal and general soft tissue closure in companion animal surgery. The undyed monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and reliable knot security during placement.
Each suture features a 45 cm strand length for controlled handling in smaller operative fields. It is supplied with a 16 mm PC-3 PRIME™ MP conventional cutting needle, designed to provide precise skin penetration and consistent performance. MULTIPASS® technology supports sustained needle sharpness and smooth passage across repeated tissue passes, enhancing control during detailed closure work.
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 configuration 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 5-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PC-3 PRIME™ MP conventional cutting needle
- 16 mm needle length
- MULTIPASS® needle technology
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9865H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 5-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Undyed
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PC-3 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 16 mm
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting PC
- Special: MULTIPASS® & Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Delicate dermal closure in companion animals
- Fine skin approximation
- Small soft tissue veterinary procedures
- Procedures requiring enhanced needle durability across multiple passes
- Veterinary surgery requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP9867H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring prolonged 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 USP 4-0 diameter provides controlled tensile performance suitable for dermal and general soft tissue closure. The undyed monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and reliable knot security during placement.
Each suture features a 45 cm strand length for efficient handling within standard operative fields. Supplied with a 16 mm PC-3 PRIME™ MP conventional cutting needle, this configuration enables precise skin penetration and consistent tissue entry. MULTIPASS® technology supports sustained needle sharpness and smooth passage across repeated tissue passes, enhancing control during closure.
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 settings requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 4-0 surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PC-3 PRIME™ MP conventional cutting needle
- 16 mm needle length
- MULTIPASS® needle technology
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9867H
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 4-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Undyed
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PC-3 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 16 mm
- Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting PC
- Special: MULTIPASS® & Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Dermal and skin closure
- General soft tissue surgical procedures
- Procedures requiring enhanced needle durability across multiple passes
- Applications requiring controlled conventional cutting penetration
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP9950H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring prolonged 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 USP 4-0 diameter provides controlled tensile performance suitable for dermal and general soft tissue closure. The undyed monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and reliable knot security during placement.
Each suture features a 45 cm strand length, supporting effective handling within standard operative fields. Supplied with an FS-2 reverse cutting needle, this configuration positions the cutting edge on the outer curvature to reduce the risk of tissue cut-through while delivering precise penetration through skin and tougher tissue layers.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength during the critical healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this configuration is intended for professional surgical settings requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 4-0 surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- FS-2 reverse cutting needle
- Reverse cutting edge design for controlled penetration
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9950H
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: Absorbable Sutures
- Suture Size: USP 4-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Undyed
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Needle Name: FS-2
- Needle Point Type: Reverse Cutting
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Dermal and skin closure
- General soft tissue surgical procedures
- Procedures involving tougher or fibrous tissue
- Applications requiring reverse cutting needle precision
- Surgical environments requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
Ethicon MONOCRYL® (poliglecaprone 25) Sutures are premium synthetic absorbable monofilament sutures designed for smooth tissue passage, excellent handling, and predictable absorption.
Manufactured from poliglecaprone 25, MONOCRYL® sutures provide high initial tensile strength with rapid absorption, making them ideal for procedures requiring short-term wound support and superior cosmetic outcomes.
This configuration features a USP 4-0 suture size, 45cm (18 inch) length, and a PS-2 precision reverse cutting needle (3/8 circle, 19mm), ensuring accurate penetration and controlled placement in delicate tissue.
The violet colour enhances intraoperative visibility, supporting precision and efficiency.
Key Features:
- Synthetic absorbable monofilament (poliglecaprone 25)
- Smooth passage with minimal tissue drag
- High initial tensile strength with rapid absorption
- Excellent handling and knot security
- Designed for cosmetic and subcuticular closure
Clinical Performance:
- Absorption via hydrolysis with predictable loss of strength
- Minimal tissue reaction
- Ideal for short-term wound support
Indications:
- Subcuticular skin closure
- Plastic and cosmetic surgery
- General soft tissue approximation
- Paediatric and dermatological procedures
Specifications:
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL®
- Material: Poliglecaprone 25 (monofilament)
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 45cm (18”)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Type: Reverse Cutting (Precision Point)
- Needle Code: PS-2 (3/8 Circle, 19mm)
- Configuration: Single Armed
- Structure: Monofilament
- Box Quantity: 12
Ethicon PDS II is a sterile, synthetic, absorbable monofilament surgical suture composed of polydioxanone. The monofilament structure provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue drag and prolonged tensile strength retention to support extended wound healing.
This USP 4-0 undyed suture is supplied in a 45 cm (18 inch) length and is armed with a single-armed PC-5 PRIME MP conventional cutting needle measuring 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, designed to deliver sharp, controlled penetration for precise skin and superficial tissue closure.
PDS II sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis and provide extended wound support compared to braided absorbable sutures, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable strength retention over time. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional hospital and clinical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: PDS II
- Product Code: Z823G
- GTIN: 30705031061785
- Suture Material: Polydioxanone
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic, extended absorption)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 45 cm (18 in)
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Conventional Cutting PC-5 PRIME MP
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Needle Size: 19 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring extended wound support
- Plastic and reconstructive procedures
The Ethicon MONOCRYL™ PLUS Antibacterial Suture MCP4930H is a sterile synthetic absorbable monofilament suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25, designed for precise soft tissue approximation and ligation.
MONOCRYL™ PLUS sutures incorporate IRGACARE® MP (triclosan), a broad-spectrum antibacterial agent shown in vitro to inhibit bacterial colonisation on the suture surface. This antimicrobial protection helps reduce the risk of microbial attachment to the suture during the critical wound healing period.
The monofilament construction allows smooth tissue passage with minimal tissue trauma while reducing the potential for bacterial adherence compared with braided sutures.
This version of MONOCRYL™ PLUS is supplied undyed, providing a clear monofilament option where minimal visual contrast is preferred during delicate surgical procedures.
Poliglecaprone 25 has been shown to be non-antigenic, non-pyrogenic and associated with minimal tissue reaction during absorption, making it suitable for delicate tissue closure.
The suture is supplied attached to a stainless steel P-3 needle and packaged sterile for single-use surgical procedures.
MONOCRYL™ PLUS sutures are commonly used for subcuticular skin closure, plastic surgery procedures, ophthalmic-style fine tissue work and delicate soft tissue approximation where antibacterial protection is beneficial.
- Key Features
- • Synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical suture
- • Manufactured from poliglecaprone 25
- • Antibacterial coating with IRGACARE® MP (triclosan)
- • Undyed monofilament for delicate tissue closure
- • Smooth monofilament structure reduces tissue drag
- • Excellent handling and knot security
- • Minimal tissue reaction during absorption
- • Supplied with P-3 precision surgical needle
- Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: Ethicon – Johnson & Johnson MedTech
- Product: MONOCRYL™ PLUS Antibacterial Absorbable Suture
- Product Code: MCP4930H
- GTIN: 30705031122189
- Brand: MONOCRYL™ PLUS
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Suture Type: Synthetic absorbable monofilament
- Suture Colour: Undyed
- USP Size: 5-0
- Suture Length: 45 cm (18 in)
- Needle Type: P-3 VB
- Needle Attachment: 1 × P-3 needle
- Antibacterial Agent: Triclosan (IRGACARE® MP)
- Sterility: Sterile
- Usage: Single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Plastic surgery
- Subcuticular skin closure
- Dermal closure procedures
- Delicate tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring antibacterial sutures
