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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 PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8690H, is engineered for secure approximation of dense and high-tension tissues where strength and controlled penetration are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 0 diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for major skin closure and tough soft tissue repair. The 75 cm (30 inch) strand length allows effective operative reach and controlled placement during wound approximation.
This product features an FSLX reverse cutting needle (36 mm). The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk while enabling efficient penetration of dermal and tougher tissues. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 0 high-strength surgical diameter
- 75 cm (30 inch) strand length
- FSLX reverse cutting needle
- 36 mm needle length
- Designed for dense and high-tension tissues
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8690H
- Suture Size: 0
- Length: 30 in (75 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: FSLX
- Needle Length: 36 mm
- Needle Point Type: Reverse Cutting
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Pack Strand/Length: 1 x 30 in
- QTY/BX: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
Suitable For
- Skin closure
- High-tension wound approximation
- Tough soft tissue repair
- General surgical closure
- Procedures requiring strong non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8843H, is engineered for secure cardiovascular and major soft tissue approximation where strength, handling control and long-term durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 2-0 diameter provides high tensile performance suitable for large vessel repair and demanding surgical reconstruction. The extended 90 cm (36 inch) strand length offers improved operative reach and flexibility during complex anastomosis procedures.
This product features double-armed MH taper point needles (36 mm). The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic penetration of vessels and soft tissues, supporting precise placement and consistent surgical performance. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 2-0 high-strength surgical diameter
- 90 cm (36 inch) extended strand length
- Double-armed MH needles
- 36 mm taper point needle length
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8843H
- Suture Size: 2-0
- Length: 36 in (90 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: MH (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 36 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Pack Strand/Length: 1 x 36 in
- QTY/BX: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Major vessel anastomosis
- Soft tissue reconstruction
- Arterial and venous repair
- Procedures requiring durable non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model EH7550H, is engineered for reliable skin and soft tissue approximation where strength and controlled penetration are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 2-0 diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for high-tension dermal and soft tissue closure. The 75 cm strand length enables improved operative reach and controlled placement during wound approximation.
This product features a PS-1 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle (24 mm) manufactured from ETHALLOY. The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk while maintaining sharp, precise penetration. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 2-0 high-strength surgical diameter
- 75 cm strand length
- PS-1 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle
- 24 mm needle length
- ETHALLOY surgical needle alloy
- Sharp, controlled dermal penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: EH7550H
- Suture Size: 2-0
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PS-1 PRIME™
- Needle Length: 24 mm
- Needle Alloy: ETHALLOY
- Needle Point Type: Reverse Cutting Prime
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
Suitable For
- Skin closure
- High-tension wound approximation
- General surgical closure
- Soft tissue repair
- Procedures requiring durable non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model EH7555H, is engineered for secure skin and soft tissue approximation where strength, controlled penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 2-0 diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for high-tension dermal and soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length allows precise placement and controlled knot tying during wound approximation.
This product features a PS-2 PRIME MULTIPASS reverse cutting needle (19 mm) manufactured from ETHALLOY. The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk, while MULTIPASS technology maintains sharpness through repeated passes. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 2-0 high-strength surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PS-2 PRIME MULTIPASS needle
- 19 mm reverse cutting needle length
- ETHALLOY surgical needle alloy
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Designed for high-tension dermal closure
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: EH7555H
- Suture Size: 2-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PS-2 PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 19 mm
- Needle Alloy: ETHALLOY
- Needle Point Type: Reverse Cutting Prime
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
Suitable For
- High-tension skin closure
- Soft tissue repair
- General surgical wound approximation
- Procedures requiring durable non-absorbable support
- Applications requiring enhanced needle durability
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model EH7756H, is engineered for reliable skin and soft tissue approximation where strength and controlled penetration are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound support.
The USP 2-0 (Metric 3) diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for high-tension dermal and soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length allows precise placement and controlled knot tying during wound approximation.
This product features a PS-1 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle. The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk while maintaining sharp, precise dermal penetration. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 2-0 (Metric 3) high-strength surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- PS-1 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle
- Designed for dermal tissue penetration
- Smooth tissue passage
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: EH7756H
- Suture Size: USP 2-0 (Metric 3)
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: PS-1
- Needle Point Type: PRIME™ Reverse Cutting
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
Suitable For
- High-tension skin closure
- Soft tissue repair
- General surgical wound approximation
- Dermatologic procedures
- Procedures requiring durable non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code VC5673H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation where enhanced tensile strength and controlled handling are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound stability.
The USP 2-0 (Metric 3) diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for fascial and moderate to high-tension soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length supports precise placement and secure knot tying in a range of surgical procedures.
This suture is fitted with a UR-6 taper point needle. The taper point configuration enables atraumatic penetration by separating tissue fibres rather than cutting, helping to minimise tissue trauma during approximation. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 2-0 (Metric 3) surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- UR-6 needle design
- Taper point needle configuration
- Smooth, atraumatic tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: VC5673H
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 2-0 (Metric 3)
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: UR-6
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- General soft tissue approximation
- Moderate to high-tension wound repair
- Layered surgical closure
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8526, is engineered for dependable soft tissue and fascial approximation where enhanced tensile strength and extended reach are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound stability.
The USP 2-0 (Metric 3) diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for moderate to high-tension soft tissue closure. The extended 90 cm strand length provides increased flexibility and reach during layered or continuous suturing techniques.
This suture is fitted with an MH-1 taper point needle. The taper point configuration enables atraumatic penetration by separating tissue fibres rather than cutting, helping to minimise tissue trauma while maintaining controlled placement. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 2-0 (Metric 3) surgical diameter
- 90 cm strand length
- MH-1 needle design
- Taper point needle configuration
- Smooth, atraumatic tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8526
- Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 2-0 (Metric 3)
- Length: 90 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: MH-1
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- Moderate to high-tension soft tissue repair
- Layered surgical closure
- General surgical procedures
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code W8571, is engineered for reliable soft tissue and dermal approximation in animal health procedures where enhanced tensile strength and extended reach are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound stability.
The USP 2-0 diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for moderate to high-tension soft tissue closure in veterinary applications. The 90 cm strand length offers increased flexibility and reach during layered or deeper surgical procedures.
This suture is supplied with a KS-55 reverse cutting needle (55 mm). The reverse cutting configuration enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk, making it particularly suitable for skin and tougher dermal layers in animals. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional veterinary surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.
Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 2-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 90 cm strand length
- KS-55 needle design
- 55 mm reverse cutting needle
- Designed for dermal and tougher tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8571
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 2-0
- Length: 90 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: KS-55
- Needle Length: 55 mm
- Needle Point Type: Reverse Cutting
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
Suitable For
- Veterinary skin closure
- Moderate to high-tension soft tissue repair
- Larger animal surgical procedures
- Dermal wound approximation in animals
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing