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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 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 to minimise tissue visibility. It is armed with a single reverse cutting Prime needle measuring 24 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, designed for controlled penetration and precise handling in skin and delicate 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 36 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL PLUS
- Product Code: MCP6820H
- Reference Code: MPY682H
- GTIN: 30705031122431
- 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 Prime
- Needle Size: 24 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 precise cutting needle control
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 3-0 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 24 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, designed to provide controlled penetration and reliable cutting performance in skin and tougher tissue layers.
MONOCRYL PLUS sutures offer 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: MCP6830H
- Reference Code: Y6830H
- GTIN: 30705031122448
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 3-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse cutting
- Needle Size: 24 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 controlled cutting needle penetration
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 3-0 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 24 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, designed for controlled penetration and precise handling in skin and delicate 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 36 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL PLUS
- Product Code: MCP683H
- Reference Code: W3208
- GTIN: 30705031122455
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 3-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse cutting Prime
- Needle Size: 24 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 precise cutting needle control
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 2-0 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 24 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, designed for controlled penetration and precise handling 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 36 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL PLUS
- Product Code: MCP684H
- Reference Code: MPY684H
- GTIN: 30705031122462
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 2-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse cutting Prime
- Needle Size: 24 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 precise cutting needle control
Ethicon MONOCRYL Plus is an antibacterial absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan (Plus Technology) to inhibit bacterial colonisation along the suture surface.
This USP 0 violet variant measures 90 cm in length and is supplied with a 36 mm 1/2 circle tapercut needle, combining a tapered body with a cutting tip for controlled penetration through dense or fibrous tissue.
MONOCRYL Plus delivers high initial tensile strength, smooth tissue passage and predictable absorption. The monofilament structure reduces tissue drag and supports secure wound edge approximation.
The triclosan coating helps reduce the risk of surgical site infection by inhibiting bacterial colonisation on the suture material.
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: MCP918H
- GTIN: 30705031122493
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Antibacterial Coating: Yes (Triclosan – Plus Technology)
- USP Size: 0
- Length: 90 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Tapercut
- Needle Size: 36 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Fascial closure
- General surgical wound closure
- Procedures involving denser tissue
- Continuous or interrupted suturing techniques
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 1 suture is supplied in a 90 cm length and features a violet monofilament construction for enhanced intraoperative visibility. It is armed with a single tapercut needle measuring 36 mm with a 1/2 circle curvature, combining atraumatic tissue passage with precise cutting performance where controlled penetration is required.
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 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: MCP919H
- Reference Code: Y947H
- GTIN: 30705031122509
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 1
- Length: 90 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Tapercut
- Needle Size: 36 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Fascial and deep tissue closure
- General and plastic surgery
- Procedures requiring controlled cutting with atraumatic entry
Ethicon MONOCRYL Plus 4-0 undyed monofilament absorbable suture, 70cm with 24mm 3/8 circle reverse cutting prime needle, antibacterial triclosan coating for secure soft tissue closure. Box of 36.
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Product Description
Ethicon MONOCRYL Plus is an antibacterial absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan (Plus Technology) to inhibit bacterial colonisation along the suture surface.
This USP 4-0 variant measures 70 cm in length and is supplied with a 24 mm 3/8 circle reverse cutting prime needle, designed for controlled penetration through skin and soft tissue with reduced trauma.
MONOCRYL Plus delivers high initial tensile strength, smooth tissue passage and predictable absorption. The monofilament structure minimises tissue drag and supports precise wound edge approximation.
The triclosan coating helps reduce the risk of surgical site infection by inhibiting bacterial colonisation on the suture material.
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: MCP9350H
- GTIN: 30705031122530
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Antibacterial Coating: Yes (Triclosan – Plus Technology)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse Cutting Prime
- Needle Size: 24 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Subcuticular techniques
- Soft tissue approximation
- General surgical wound closure
- Procedures requiring antibacterial absorbable sutures
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 1666H, is designed for precise soft tissue approximation where reliable tensile strength and minimal tissue reaction are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON offers smooth tissue passage, low drag and dependable long-term wound support.
The USP 5-0 size provides fine calibre strength ideal for skin closure, cosmetic procedures and delicate soft tissue approximation. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling and flexibility across a wide range of surgical settings.
1666H is supplied single-armed with one PS-2 Prime reverse cutting needle measuring 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting design enhances penetration through skin while reducing the risk of tissue cut-through. Prime needle technology ensures sustained sharpness and consistent performance throughout the procedure.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional hospital, surgical and outpatient clinical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable skin closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 5-0 fine calibre suture
- • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed PS-2 Prime reverse cutting needle
- • 19 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- • Smooth tissue passage with reduced drag
- • Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: 1666H
- GTIN: 30705031001798
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 5-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: PS-2 Prime Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 36
- Suitable For
- • Skin closure and superficial wound approximation
- • Cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures
- • General soft tissue approximation
- • Procedures requiring permanent non-absorbable tensile support