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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 Microsurgical Suture, product code W2871, is designed for ultra-fine tissue approximation where exceptional precision and minimal tissue trauma are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides extremely smooth tissue passage, very low tissue reactivity and reliable long-term tensile strength.
The USP 9-0 size is intended for ophthalmic and microvascular procedures requiring highly delicate wound closure. The short 5 inch (13 cm) strand length allows precise control within confined microsurgical fields.
W2871 is supplied single-armed (S/A) with one BV75-3 taper point needle measuring approximately 3 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The ultra-fine taper point configuration enables atraumatic penetration of delicate tissue and supports meticulous microsurgical approximation.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12 sutures, this product is intended for specialist hospital and microsurgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable micro-closure performance.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 9-0 ultra-fine microsurgical suture
- • 5 in (13 cm) short strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced contrast
- • Single-armed configuration
- • BV75-3 taper point needle
- • Approx. 3 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- • Atraumatic tissue penetration
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: W2871
- GTIN: 30705031126187
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 9-0
- Length: 5 in (13 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: BV75-3 Taper Point (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 3 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 12
- Suitable For
- • Ophthalmic microsurgery
- • Corneal and retinal procedures
- • Microvascular tissue approximation
- • Extremely delicate tissue closure
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture, product code W2898, is designed for ultra-fine tissue approximation where maximum precision and minimal tissue trauma are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides exceptionally smooth tissue passage, very low tissue reactivity and reliable long-term tensile strength.
The USP 9-0 size is intended for ophthalmic and microvascular procedures requiring highly delicate wound closure. The short 5 inch (13 cm) strand length allows precise control within confined microsurgical fields.
W2898 is supplied single-armed (S/A) with one V100-3 taper point needle measuring approximately 3 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The ultra-fine taper point configuration enables atraumatic penetration of delicate tissue and supports meticulous microsurgical approximation.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12 sutures, this product is intended for specialist hospital and microsurgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable micro-closure performance.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 9-0 ultra-fine microsurgical suture
- • 5 in (13 cm) short strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced contrast
- • Single-armed configuration
- • V100-3 taper point needle
- • Approx. 3 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- • Atraumatic tissue penetration
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: W2898
- GTIN: 30705031126200
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 9-0
- Length: 5 in (13 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: V100-3 Taper Point (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 3 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 12
- Suitable For
- • Ophthalmic microsurgery
- • Corneal and retinal procedures
- • Microvascular tissue approximation
- • Extremely delicate tissue closure
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture, product code W2913, is designed for ultra-fine tissue approximation where exceptional precision and minimal tissue trauma are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides extremely smooth tissue passage, very low tissue reactivity and reliable long-term tensile strength.
The USP 9-0 size is intended for ophthalmic and microvascular procedures requiring highly delicate wound closure. The short 5 inch (13 cm) strand length allows precise control within confined microsurgical fields.
W2913 is supplied single-armed (S/A) with one BV130-4 taper point needle measuring approximately 4 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The fine taper point configuration enables atraumatic penetration of delicate tissue and supports controlled microsurgical approximation.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12 sutures, this product is intended for specialist hospital and microsurgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable fine wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 9-0 ultra-fine microsurgical suture
- • 5 in (13 cm) short strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced contrast
- • Single-armed configuration
- • BV130-4 taper point needle
- • Approx. 4 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
- • Atraumatic tissue penetration
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: W2913
- GTIN: 30705031126231
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 9-0
- Length: 5 in (13 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: BV130-4 Taper Point (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 4 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 12
- Suitable For
- • Ophthalmic microsurgery
- • Microvascular procedures
- • Extremely delicate tissue approximation
- • Specialist microsurgical wound closure
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W320BG, is designed for secure soft tissue approximation where dependable tensile strength and controlled 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 3-0 size delivers firm 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 across outpatient and hospital surgical environments.
W320BG 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 approximation.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12 sutures, this product is intended for professional clinical and hospital environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 3-0 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 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: W320BG
- GTIN: 30705031238804
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 3-0
- 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 12
- Suitable For
- • Skin closure and external wound approximation
- • General soft tissue approximation
- • Cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures
- • Applications requiring permanent non-absorbable support
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W511H, is designed for fine soft tissue approximation where reliable 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 6-0 size is suitable for delicate skin closure and cosmetic procedures requiring precise wound edge alignment. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling in both outpatient and hospital surgical environments.
W511H is supplied single-armed (S/A) with one FS-3 conventional reverse cutting needle measuring approximately 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The conventional reverse cutting configuration enhances controlled penetration through skin while helping reduce tissue cut-through and supporting secure wound edge approximation.
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 fine wound closure.
- Key Features
- • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
- • USP 6-0 fine calibre suture
- • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed FS-3 conventional 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: W511H
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 6-0
- Length: 18 in (45 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: FS-3 Conventional Reverse Cutting (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 36
- Suitable For
- • Delicate skin closure
- • Cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures
- • Fine superficial wound approximation
- • Procedures requiring permanent non-absorbable tensile support
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W568, 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 dependable long-term wound support.
The USP 2-0 size delivers strong tensile performance suitable for fascia closure, deep tissue approximation and high-tension skin closure. The extended 40 inch (100 cm) strand length offers increased working reach, making it particularly suitable for longer suture lines in abdominal and general surgical procedures.
W568 is supplied single-armed (S/A) with one MH-1 taper point needle measuring approximately 36 mm with a 1/2 circle curvature. The taper point configuration enables controlled, atraumatic penetration through soft tissue while supporting secure and precise approximation.
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 2-0 high tensile strength suture
- • Extended 40 in (100 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Single-armed MH-1 taper point needle
- • Approx. 36 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: W568
- GTIN: 30705031081363
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 2-0
- Length: 40 in (100 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: MH-1 Taper Point (single-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 36 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 12
- Suitable For
- • Fascia and deep tissue closure
- • Abdominal surgery
- • High-tension soft tissue approximation
- • Procedures requiring permanent non-absorbable support
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W689, is designed for high-tension soft tissue approximation where strong tensile strength and dual-needle configuration are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and dependable long-term wound support.
The USP 1 size delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for fascia closure and demanding soft tissue procedures. The 30 inch (75 cm) strand length allows controlled handling and extended reach during deeper surgical applications.
W689 is supplied double-armed (D/A) with two KP-3 conventional cutting needles. The conventional cutting configuration supports effective penetration through tougher tissue such as skin and fascia, while enabling balanced and symmetrical closure when required.
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 1 high tensile strength suture
- • 30 in (75 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • Double-armed configuration
- • Two KP-3 conventional cutting needles
- • Effective penetration through firm tissue
- • Excellent knot security and long-term durability
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: W689
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 1
- Length: 30 in (75 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: KP-3 Conventional Cutting (double-armed)
- Needle Length: Approx. 36–40 mm (KP-3 series)
- Needle Curvature: Typically 3/8 circle
- Pledget: No
- Packaging: Box of 12
- Suitable For
- • Fascia and deep tissue closure
- • High-tension soft tissue approximation
- • Abdominal and general surgery
- • Applications requiring strong permanent non-absorbable support
This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W729, is designed for high-tension soft tissue approximation where extended strand length and loop configuration are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and dependable long-term tensile strength.
The USP 1 size delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for fascia closure and demanding soft tissue procedures. The extended 60 inch (150 cm) strand length offers increased working reach for deep or extensive operative fields.
W729 features a CTXD loop taper point needle measuring approximately 48 mm with a 1/2 circle curvature. The loop configuration enables rapid closure techniques and balanced tissue approximation, while the taper point design supports atraumatic penetration through soft tissue.
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 1 high tensile strength suture
- • Extended 60 in (150 cm) strand length
- • Black colour for enhanced visibility
- • CTXD loop taper point needle
- • Approx. 48 mm needle length, 1/2 circle curvature
- • Loop configuration for rapid closure
- • Excellent knot security and long-term durability
- • Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: W729
- GTIN: 30705031127511
- Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
- Form: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 1
- Length: 60 in (150 cm)
- Colour: Black
- Needle Type: CTXD Loop 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
- • Rapid closure techniques
- • Abdominal and general surgery
- • Applications requiring strong permanent non-absorbable support