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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.
Order online with fast UK dispatch and competitive trade pricing from SutureVet.
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This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code F24022H, is designed for precise soft tissue approximation where balanced tensile strength and extended strand length are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and dependable long-term wound support.
The USP 4-0 size delivers reliable tensile performance suitable for skin closure and general soft tissue procedures requiring accurate wound edge alignment. The extended 30 inch (75 cm) strand length offers increased working reach, making it particularly suitable for longer suture lines in aesthetic and general surgical applications.
F24022H is supplied single-armed with one PS-2 Prime reverse cutting needle measuring approximately 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting configuration enhances controlled penetration through skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through. Prime needle technology ensures sustained sharpness and consistent procedural performance.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional clinical and hospital environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 4-0 suture size
- • Extended 30 in (75 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed PS-2 Prime reverse cutting needle
- • Approx. 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: F24022H
- GTIN: 30705031238767
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 30 in (75 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: PS-2 Prime Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 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 extended suture length
This ETHILON™ Green Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code G1667SLH, is designed for precise soft tissue approximation where enhanced visual contrast and controlled needle penetration are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, low tissue reactivity and dependable long-term wound support.
The USP 4-0 size delivers balanced tensile strength suitable for skin closure and general soft tissue procedures requiring accurate wound edge alignment. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling across outpatient and hospital surgical environments.
G1667SLH is supplied single-armed with one PS-2S Prime slim reverse cutting needle measuring approximately 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The slim reverse cutting configuration enhances controlled penetration through skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through and supporting precise cosmetic closure.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional clinical and specialist surgical settings requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 4-0 suture size
- • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
- • Green colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed PS-2S Prime slim reverse cutting needle
- • Approx. 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: G1667SLH
- GTIN: 30705031245536
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Green
- Needle Type: PS-2S Prime Slim Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 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
- • Applications requiring enhanced suture visibility
This ETHILON™ Green Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code GEH7761H, is designed for precise soft tissue approximation where enhanced visual contrast and refined tensile strength are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and dependable long-term wound support.
The USP 4-0 size delivers balanced tensile performance suitable for skin closure and general soft tissue procedures requiring accurate wound edge alignment. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling in outpatient and hospital surgical environments.
GEH7761H is supplied single-armed with one PS-3 Prime reverse cutting needle measuring approximately 13 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting configuration enhances controlled penetration through skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through. Prime needle technology ensures sustained sharpness and consistent procedural performance.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional clinical and specialist surgical settings requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 4-0 suture size
- • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
- • Green colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed PS-3 Prime reverse cutting needle
- • Approx. 13 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: GEH7761H
- GTIN: 30705031245659
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Green
- Needle Type: PS-3 Prime Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 13 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
- • Applications requiring enhanced suture visibility
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 5-0 violet variant measures 70 cm in length and is supplied with a 17 mm 1/2 circle Taper Point Plus needle, engineered for smooth penetration through soft tissue with enhanced needle performance and reduced trauma.
MONOCRYL Plus delivers high initial tensile strength, excellent handling and predictable absorption. The monofilament construction 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: MCP2131H
- GTIN: 30705031121083
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Antibacterial Coating: Yes (Triclosan – Plus Technology)
- USP Size: 5-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taper Point Plus
- Needle Size: 17 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Fine soft tissue approximation
- Subcuticular closure
- Plastic and cosmetic procedures
- Delicate surgical wound closure
- Procedures requiring antibacterial absorbable sutures
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 violet variant measures 70 cm in length and is supplied with a 17 mm 1/2 circle taper point needle, designed for smooth penetration through soft tissue with minimal trauma.
MONOCRYL Plus provides high initial tensile strength, excellent handling and predictable absorption. The monofilament structure minimises tissue drag and supports accurate 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 12 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL Plus
- Product Code: MCP3435G
- GTIN: 30705031121564
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Antibacterial Coating: Yes (Triclosan – Plus Technology)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taper Point
- Needle Size: 17 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Subcuticular closure
- Plastic and cosmetic procedures
- General surgical wound closure
- Procedures requiring antibacterial absorbable sutures
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 13 mm 3/8 circle reverse cutting prime needle, designed for fine skin closure and delicate tissue approximation with reduced trauma.
MONOCRYL Plus provides high initial tensile strength, smooth tissue passage and predictable absorption. The monofilament structure reduces tissue drag and supports accurate wound edge alignment.
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: MCP494H
- GTIN: 30705031122240
- 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: 13 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Fine skin closure
- Subcuticular techniques
- Plastic and cosmetic procedures
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- General surgical wound closure
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 W1611G, is designed for precise soft tissue approximation where fine tensile strength and controlled needle penetration are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and dependable long-term wound support.
The USP 5-0 size delivers refined tensile performance suitable for delicate skin closure and cosmetic procedures requiring accurate wound edge alignment. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling in outpatient and hospital surgical environments.
W1611G is supplied single-armed with one P-1 Prime cutting needle measuring approximately 11 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The cutting needle configuration enables precise penetration through delicate tissue, while Prime needle technology supports sustained sharpness and consistent procedural performance.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12 sutures, this product is intended for professional clinical and specialist surgical settings requiring dependable non-absorbable wound 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 P-1 Prime cutting needle
- • Approx. 11 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- • Smooth tissue passage with minimal drag
- • Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: W1611G
- GTIN: 30705031245673
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 5-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: P-1 Prime Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 11 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 12
- Suitable For
- • Delicate skin closure
- • Facial and cosmetic procedures
- • Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- • Fine superficial wound approximation