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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 ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W1858BG, is designed for precise soft tissue approximation where fine tensile strength and enhanced needle reach 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.
W1858BG is supplied single-armed (S/A) with one PC-25 Prime cutting needle measuring approximately 25 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The larger cutting needle configuration enables precise penetration through skin and firmer tissue while maintaining sharpness and consistent 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 PC-25 Prime cutting needle
- • Approx. 25 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: W1858BG
- GTIN: 30705031238200
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 5-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: PC-25 Prime Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 25 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 12
- Suitable For
- • Skin closure requiring extended needle reach
- • Cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures
- • General soft tissue approximation
- • Procedures requiring precise cutting needle control
This MERSILENE Polyester Braided Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 1624H, is designed for permanent soft tissue approximation where high tensile strength, minimal stretch, and secure knot performance are essential. Manufactured from braided polyester fibres and dyed green for enhanced visibility, the suture offers excellent handling characteristics and long-term durability.
The USP 2-0 size provides strong support for general soft tissue closure and procedures requiring reliable, long-term wound approximation. The 75 cm suture length allows sufficient working length for controlled placement and secure knot tying.
1624H is supplied with one FSLX reverse cutting needle, measuring 36 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, engineered for controlled penetration through tougher tissue while maintaining precise handling.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is suitable for professional clinical and hospital environments where a braided, non-absorbable suture with excellent tensile performance is required.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable braided polyester suture
- USP 2-0 — high tensile strength
- 75 cm suture length
- Green colour for enhanced visibility
- FSLX reverse cutting needle — 36 mm, 3/8 circle
- Excellent knot security
- Durable, minimal stretch construction
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: 1624H
- Material: Polyester
- Structure: Braided
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 2-0
- Suture Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Green
- Needle Type: FSLX reverse cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: 36 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Packaging: Box of 36
- Suitable For
- General soft tissue closure
- Orthopaedic and abdominal procedures
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Long-term wound support requiring high tensile strength
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 1674BH, is designed for secure soft tissue approximation where increased 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 2-0 size delivers higher tensile strength suitable for skin closure and soft tissue procedures requiring firm, durable approximation. The extended 30 inch (75 cm) strand length offers increased working reach, making it particularly suitable for longer suture lines and deeper closures.
1674BH is supplied single-armed with one FSLX reverse cutting needle measuring 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting configuration enhances penetration through tougher tissue such as skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through and ensuring secure wound edge alignment.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional hospital and surgical environments requiring reliable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 2-0 suture size
- • Extended 30 in (75 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed FSLX 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: 1674BH
- GTIN: 30705031240968
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 2-0
- Length: 30 in (75 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: FSLX Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 36
- Suitable For
- • Skin closure requiring increased tensile strength
- • General soft tissue approximation
- • Longer suture line procedures
- • Surgical applications requiring permanent non-absorbable support
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 628H, is designed for secure soft tissue approximation where increased tensile strength and extended strand length are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and reliable long-term wound support.
The USP 2-0 size delivers strong tensile performance suitable for skin closure and soft tissue procedures requiring firm, durable approximation. The extended 30 inch (75 cm) strand length offers increased working reach, making it particularly suitable for longer suture lines and deeper operative fields.
628H is supplied single-armed with one KS 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 and supporting secure wound edge alignment.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional hospital and surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 2-0 suture size
- • Extended 30 in (75 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed KS 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: 628H
- GTIN: 30705031007004
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 2-0
- Length: 30 in (75 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: KS Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 36
- Suitable For
- • Skin closure requiring increased tensile strength
- • General soft tissue approximation
- • Procedures requiring extended suture length
- • Surgical applications requiring permanent non-absorbable support
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 664H, is designed for secure soft tissue approximation where increased tensile strength and dependable needle penetration are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and reliable long-term wound support.
The USP 2-0 size delivers strong tensile performance suitable for skin closure and general soft tissue procedures requiring firm, durable approximation. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling across hospital and outpatient surgical environments.
664H is supplied single-armed with one FS reverse cutting needle measuring approximately 26 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting configuration enhances penetration through tougher tissue such as skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through and supporting secure wound edge alignment.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional clinical and hospital settings requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 2-0 suture size
- • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed FS reverse cutting needle
- • Approx. 26 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: 664H
- GTIN: 30705031007820
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 2-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: FS Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 26 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 36
- Suitable For
- • Skin closure requiring increased tensile strength
- • General soft tissue approximation
- • High-tension wound closure
- • Surgical applications requiring permanent non-absorbable support
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code P7085H, is designed for secure soft tissue approximation where high tensile strength and extended strand length are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and reliable long-term wound support.
The USP 0 size delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for fascia closure, high-tension skin closure and general soft tissue procedures requiring durable approximation. The extended 30 inch (75 cm) strand length offers increased working reach, making it ideal for longer suture lines and deeper operative fields.
P7085H is supplied single-armed with one FSLX reverse cutting needle measuring approximately 26 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting configuration enhances controlled penetration through tougher tissue such as skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through and supporting secure wound edge alignment.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36 sutures, this product is intended for professional hospital and surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 0 high tensile strength suture
- • Extended 30 in (75 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed FSLX reverse cutting needle
- • Approx. 26 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- • Smooth tissue passage with reduced drag
- • Excellent knot security and long-term durability
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: P7085H
- GTIN: 30705031102792
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 0
- Length: 30 in (75 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: FSLX Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 26 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 36
- Suitable For
- • Fascia and deep tissue closure
- • High-tension skin closure
- • General surgery procedures
- • Applications requiring strong permanent non-absorbable support
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W740G, is designed for high-tension soft tissue approximation where maximum 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 0 size delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for fascia closure, abdominal procedures and high-tension wound approximation. The extended 60 inch (150 cm) strand length offers increased working reach, making it particularly suitable for deeper operative fields and long suture lines.
W740G is supplied single-armed (S/A) with one CT taper point needle measuring approximately 48 mm with a 1/2 circle curvature. The taper point configuration enables controlled, atraumatic penetration through soft tissue while supporting secure and precise wound edge alignment.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12 sutures, this product is intended for professional hospital and surgical environments requiring strong, permanent non-absorbable tissue support.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 0 high tensile strength suture
- • Extended 60 in (150 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed CT taper point needle
- • Approx. 48 mm needle length, 1/2 circle curvature
- • Smooth tissue passage with minimal drag
- • Excellent knot security and long-term durability
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: W740G
- GTIN: 30705031241828
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 0
- Length: 60 in (150 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: CT Taper Point (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 48 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 12
- Suitable For
- • Fascia and deep tissue closure
- • Abdominal and general surgery
- • High-tension soft tissue approximation
- • Procedures requiring permanent non-absorbable support
This MERSILENE Polyester Braided Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code 1624H, is designed for permanent soft tissue approximation where high tensile strength, minimal stretch, and secure knot performance are essential. Manufactured from braided polyester fibres and dyed green for enhanced visibility, the suture offers excellent handling characteristics and long-term durability.
The USP 2-0 size provides strong support for general soft tissue closure and procedures requiring reliable, long-term wound approximation. The 75 cm suture length allows sufficient working length for controlled placement and secure knot tying.
1624H is supplied with one FSLX reverse cutting needle, measuring 36 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, engineered for controlled penetration through tougher tissue while maintaining precise handling.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is suitable for professional clinical and hospital environments where a braided, non-absorbable suture with excellent tensile performance is required.
Key Features
- Non-absorbable braided polyester suture
- USP 2-0 — high tensile strength
- 75 cm suture length
- Green colour for enhanced visibility
- FSLX reverse cutting needle — 36 mm, 3/8 circle
- Excellent knot security
- Durable, minimal stretch construction
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: 1624H
- Material: Polyester
- Structure: Braided
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 2-0
- Suture Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Green
- Needle Type: FSLX reverse cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: 36 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Packaging: Box of 36
Suitable For
- General soft tissue closure
- Orthopaedic and abdominal procedures
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Long-term wound support requiring high tensile strength