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SutureVet provides a specialist range of equine sutures designed to meet the exacting standards of horse surgery and large animal veterinary practice. Whether you are performing colic surgery, wound closure, tendon repair, or reproductive procedures, our suture materials deliver the strength, flexibility, and tissue compatibility required in equine patients.
Horses present unique surgical challenges — large tissue volumes, high wound tension, and active post-operative movement all demand suture materials with superior knot security and tensile strength. Our equine range includes heavy-gauge absorbable sutures such as polyglactin and poliglecaprone for internal closures, alongside durable non-absorbable nylon and polypropylene sutures for skin and external applications.
Needle options include taper point for visceral and muscle layers, and reverse cutting for tough cutaneous tissue. All products are ISO-certified and trusted by equine vets, referral hospitals, and racing yards across the UK.
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This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP1721H, is engineered for refined soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus ensures smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound stability.
Incorporating antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in surgical environments. The USP 6-0 diameter delivers delicate tensile performance suitable for fine soft tissue layers requiring secure approximation and precise handling.
The 70 cm strand length supports controlled placement and meticulous suturing techniques in delicate operative fields. This suture is supplied with a C-1 taperpoint needle, designed to facilitate smooth penetration of soft tissue while minimising trauma and maintaining needle stability during placement.
With an extended absorption profile, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Antibacterial suture technology
- USP 6-0 surgical diameter
- 70 cm strand length
- C-1 taperpoint needle
- Smooth soft tissue penetration
- Prolonged wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP1721H
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: Absorbable Sutures
- Suture Size: USP 6-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Needle Name: C-1
- Needle Point Type: Taperpoint
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fine soft tissue approximation
- Plastic and reconstructive procedures
- Delicate layered closure
- Vascular soft tissue procedures
- Applications requiring prolonged absorbable support with antibacterial protection
This PDS™ Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP9091H, is designed for fine soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS™ Plus incorporates triclosan antibacterial technology to support infection risk management in surgical environments.
The USP 6-0 diameter provides precise tensile control suitable for delicate tissue layers where minimal trauma and accurate placement are essential. The monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and dependable knot integrity.
Each suture features a 45 cm strand length, supporting controlled handling in confined or precise operative fields. This variant is supplied with a BV175-6 needle, engineered for refined penetration performance in delicate soft tissues, enabling accurate approximation with minimal disruption.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS™ Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical wound healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 6-0 fine surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- BV175-6 needle configuration
- Violet suture for enhanced intraoperative visibility
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS™ Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9091H
- Product Group: Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 6-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Violet
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Needle Name: BV175-6
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fine soft tissue approximation
- Delicate dermal and subcutaneous closure
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
- Applications where antibacterial suture technology is indicated
- Surgical settings requiring precise needle control
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code PDP9100H, is engineered for delicate soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus incorporates triclosan antibacterial technology to support infection risk management in veterinary surgical settings.
The USP 6-0 diameter provides precise tensile control suitable for fine tissue layers and small anatomical structures in companion animal surgery. The monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and consistent knot security.
Each suture features a 45 cm strand length, supporting controlled placement in confined operative fields. Supplied with an RB-2 taper point needle (13 mm), the taper point design separates tissue fibres rather than cutting them, promoting atraumatic penetration and precise approximation in delicate tissues.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional veterinary and animal health surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 6-0 fine veterinary diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- RB-2 taper point needle
- 13 mm needle length
- Violet suture for enhanced visibility
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9100H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 6-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Violet
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: RB-2
- Needle Length: 13 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fine soft tissue approximation in companion animals
- Delicate subcutaneous and internal closure
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
- Veterinary surgery requiring atraumatic taper point penetration
- Applications where antibacterial suture technology is indicated
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code PDP9102H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus incorporates triclosan antibacterial technology to support infection risk management in veterinary surgical environments.
The USP 4-0 diameter provides balanced tensile performance suitable for dermal and general soft tissue closure in companion animal surgery. The monofilament construction ensures smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and reliable knot security.
Each suture features a 45 cm strand length, supporting controlled handling within standard operative fields. Supplied with an RB-2 taper point needle (13 mm), the taper point design enables atraumatic penetration by separating tissue fibres rather than cutting them, promoting precise approximation with minimal trauma.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional veterinary and animal health surgical settings requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 4-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- RB-2 taper point needle
- 13 mm needle length
- Violet suture for enhanced intraoperative visibility
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9102H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 4-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Violet
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: RB-2
- Needle Length: 13 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Companion animal dermal and soft tissue closure
- Subcutaneous approximation
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
- Veterinary surgery requiring atraumatic taper point penetration
- Applications where antibacterial suture technology is indicated
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code PDP9115H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus incorporates triclosan antibacterial technology to support infection risk management in veterinary surgical environments.
The USP 4-0 diameter provides balanced tensile performance suitable for dermal and general soft tissue closure in companion animal surgery. The monofilament construction enables smooth tissue passage, reduced tissue drag and consistent knot security.
Each suture features a 70 cm strand length, supporting controlled placement in standard operative fields. It is supplied with an SH-2 PLUS taper point needle (20 mm), designed for atraumatic soft tissue penetration. The TAPERPOINT PLUS geometry enhances penetration efficiency while maintaining tissue integrity during approximation.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional veterinary and animal health surgical settings requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 4-0 veterinary surgical diameter
- 70 cm strand length
- SH-2 PLUS taper point needle
- 20 mm needle length
- TAPERPOINT PLUS penetration geometry
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9115H
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 4-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Violet
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: SH-2 PLUS
- Needle Length: 20 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point PLUS
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Companion animal soft tissue closure
- Dermal and subcutaneous approximation
- General veterinary surgical procedures
- Applications requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
- Veterinary surgery requiring enhanced taper point penetration
This PDS™ Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP9201H, is developed for reliable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS™ Plus incorporates triclosan antibacterial technology to support infection risk management in surgical environments.
The USP 5-0 diameter provides fine tensile control suitable for delicate soft tissue and subcutaneous closure where precision and dependable knot security are essential. The monofilament structure enables smooth tissue passage with minimal tissue drag.
Each suture features a 70 cm strand length, allowing controlled placement within standard operative fields. Supplied with an RB-2 taper point needle, the taper point configuration separates tissue fibres rather than cutting them, promoting atraumatic penetration and accurate soft tissue approximation.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS™ Plus maintains tensile strength throughout the critical healing phase before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this product is intended for professional hospital and surgical environments requiring dependable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 5-0 fine surgical diameter
- 70 cm strand length
- RB-2 taper point needle
- Violet suture for enhanced intraoperative visibility
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS™ Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP9201H
- Product Group: Absorbable Sutures
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 5-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Colour: Violet
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Needle Name: RB-2
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fine soft tissue approximation
- Subcutaneous and layered wound closure
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable tensile support
- Surgical settings requiring atraumatic taper point penetration
- Applications where antibacterial suture technology is indicated
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Veterinary Surgical Suture, product code D10178, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in animal health procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus provides smooth tissue passage, predictable absorption and prolonged wound support.
The integrated antibacterial technology is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in veterinary surgical environments. The USP 1 diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for high-tension veterinary soft tissue and fascial closure.
The extended 244 cm strand length supports continuous suturing techniques and efficient closure of large surgical sites. This suture is supplied with a CTX taperpoint needle (48 mm), enabling smooth penetration of soft tissue with minimal trauma while maintaining needle stability during placement.
With an absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus provides extended wound support during the critical healing period before gradual hydrolytic absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional veterinary surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Antibacterial suture technology
- USP 1 veterinary surgical diameter
- 244 cm strand length
- CTX taperpoint needle
- 48 mm needle length
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Prolonged wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: D10178
- Category: Animal Health Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 1
- Length: 244 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: CTX
- Needle Length: 48 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taperpoint
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Veterinary fascial closure
- High-tension soft tissue approximation
- Large animal surgical procedures
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable support
- Applications where antibacterial suture protection is desired
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code D10179, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament, PDS® Plus delivers smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound support.
Incorporating antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in surgical environments. The USP 0 diameter provides substantial tensile performance suitable for fascial and high-tension soft tissue closure.
The 150 cm strand length supports continuous suturing techniques and efficient closure of larger surgical sites. This suture is supplied with a CT-1 taperpoint needle (36 mm), allowing smooth penetration of soft tissue while maintaining needle stability and control during placement.
With an extended absorption profile of approximately 182–238 days, PDS® Plus maintains tensile strength through the critical healing phase before gradual absorption. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 24, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Antibacterial suture technology
- USP 0 surgical diameter
- 150 cm strand length
- CT-1 taperpoint needle
- 36 mm needle length
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Prolonged wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 24
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: D10179
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 0
- Length: 150 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Material: Polydioxanone
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: CT-1
- Needle Length: 36 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taperpoint
- Special: Antibacterial
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 24
- Unit of Measure: Box (24 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- Abdominal wall approximation
- General soft tissue closure
- Procedures requiring prolonged absorbable support
- Applications where antibacterial suture protection is desired