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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 USP 3-0 violet suture is supplied in an extended 98 inch (249 cm) length and is unarmed, with no needle attached, provided in LIGAPAK format. The long, needleless configuration is designed for vessel ligation, pedicle control and soft tissue tying, allowing surgeons flexibility in technique and needle selection if required.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable tensile strength retention during early wound healing. Each ligature is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL
- Product Code: J1205G
- GTIN: 20705031463247
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 3-0
- Length: 98 in (249 cm)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Unarmed (Ligature)
- Needle Type: Not applicable
- Format: LIGAPAK
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Vessel ligation and tying
- Pedicle control
- Soft tissue ligatures
- General surgical procedures
This USP 0 violet suture is supplied in an extended 98 inch (249 cm) length and is unarmed, with no needle attached, provided in LIGAPAK format. The long, needleless configuration is designed for vessel ligation, pedicle control and soft tissue tying, allowing surgeons flexibility in technique and secure knot placement.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable tensile strength retention during early wound healing. Each ligature is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL
- Product Code: J1207G
- GTIN: 20705031463209
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 0
- Length: 98 in (249 cm)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Unarmed (Ligature)
- Needle Type: Not applicable
- Format: LIGAPAK
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Vessel ligation and tying
- Pedicle control
- Soft tissue ligatures
- General surgical procedures
This USP 1 violet suture is supplied in an extended 98 inch (249 cm) length and is unarmed, with no needle attached, provided in LIGAPAK format. The long, needleless configuration is designed for vessel ligation, pedicle control and soft tissue tying, allowing surgeons flexibility in technique and secure knot placement.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable tensile strength retention during early wound healing. Each ligature is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL
- Product Code: J1208G
- GTIN: 20705031463216
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 1
- Length: 98 in (249 cm)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Unarmed (Ligature)
- Needle Type: Not applicable
- Format: LIGAPAK
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Vessel ligation and tying
- Pedicle control
- Soft tissue ligatures
- General surgical procedures
This USP 2-0 undyed suture is supplied in a 27 inch (70 cm) length and is armed with a single-armed MF (Medium Force) needle. The MF needle is designed to provide balanced penetration strength and control, supporting reliable handling and accurate placement in a wide range of general surgical applications.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable tensile strength retention during early wound healing. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 36 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL
- Product Code: J309H
- GTIN: 30705031467495
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 2-0
- Length: 27 in (70 cm)
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: MF (Medium Force)
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- General surgical procedures
- Subcutaneous tissue closure
- Procedures requiring balanced needle penetration
Ethicon VICRYL is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated to improve handling characteristics while reducing tissue drag during placement.
This USP 6-0 violet suture is supplied in a 45 cm length and is armed with a single-armed 13 mm reverse cutting needle featuring a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting needle positions the cutting edge on the outer curvature, reducing the risk of tissue cut-out while enabling controlled penetration of tougher tissues such as skin.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, providing predictable and gradual loss of tensile strength as healing progresses while minimising tissue reaction. The braided construction ensures smooth handling and dependable knot security. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 36 for professional hospital and clinical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL (Coated)
- Product Code: J384H
- GTIN: 30705031240814
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Coating: Yes
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 6-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse Cutting
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Needle Size: 13 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Soft tissue approximation
- Procedures involving tougher tissue penetration
- General and minor surgical procedures
This USP 3-0 violet suture is supplied in a 70 cm (27 inch) length and is armed with a single-armed KS (Keith Straight) needle. The straight Keith needle design allows direct, controlled tissue penetration, making it suitable for specific surgical techniques where straight-line access and firm needle control are required.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable tensile strength retention during early wound healing. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 36 for professional hospital and surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL
- Product Code: J523H
- GTIN: 30705031040926
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 3-0
- Length: 70 cm (27 in)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: KS (Keith Straight)
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Ligatures and tissue control
- General surgical procedures
- Techniques requiring straight needle access
Ethicon VICRYL is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated to improve handling characteristics and minimise tissue drag during placement.
This USP 4-0 violet suture is supplied in a 45 cm length and is double-armed with two 8 mm reverse spatula needles featuring a 1/4 circle curvature. The reverse spatula needle design is optimised for controlled passage through delicate, layered tissues, allowing precise dissection and accurate suture placement with minimal trauma.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, delivering predictable loss of tensile strength as healing progresses while maintaining reliable wound support. The braided structure ensures smooth handling and secure knot performance. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional clinical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL (Coated)
- Product Code: J572G
- GTIN: 30705031240708
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Coating: Yes
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Double-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse Spatula
- Needle Curvature: 1/4 Circle
- Needle Size: 8 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Ophthalmic surgery
- Microsurgical procedures
- Delicate tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring precise, low-trauma needle control
Ethicon VICRYL is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated to enhance handling characteristics while reducing tissue drag during placement.
This USP 6-0 violet suture is supplied in a 75 cm length and is armed with a single-armed 13 mm TaperCut CC needle with a 3/8 circle curvature. The TaperCut CC needle features a tapered body with a cutting point, allowing smooth initial penetration followed by controlled tissue passage, supporting precise placement in delicate soft tissues.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, providing predictable and gradual loss of tensile strength as healing progresses while minimising tissue reaction. The braided construction ensures excellent handling and secure knot performance. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 36 for professional hospital and clinical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL (Coated)
- Product Code: JV1012
- GTIN: 30705031118137
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Coating: Yes
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 6-0
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: TaperCut CC
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Needle Size: 13 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Delicate surgical procedures
- Controlled tissue penetration
- General and minor surgery