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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.
Benefit from competitive trade pricing, bulk purchasing options, and fast UK dispatch from SutureVet.
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This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture, product code W8807, is engineered for fine soft tissue and vascular approximation where precision handling and long-term tensile stability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound support.
The USP 6-0 diameter offers refined tensile performance suitable for delicate tissue layers requiring controlled tension. The 60 cm strand length provides balanced reach and flexibility during intricate surgical procedures.
This suture is bi-directional and supplied double-armed with two CC175-8 MP TAPERCUT CC needles (9.3 mm), manufactured from 4310 alloy for strength and reliability. The TAPERCUT CC configuration combines a tapered body with a cutting tip, enabling controlled penetration of slightly resistant tissue. MULTIPASS technology is designed to maintain needle sharpness through repeated passes, ensuring consistent performance. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 6-0 microsurgical diameter
- 60 cm strand length
- Bi-directional, double-armed configuration
- CC175-8 MP needle design (2 × 9.3 mm)
- TAPERCUT CC needle configuration
- 4310 alloy needle construction
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8807
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 6-0
- Length: 60 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Bi-directional
- Needle Name: CC175-8 MP (×2)
- Needle Length: 9.3 mm
- Needle Point Type: TAPERCUT CC
- Needle Alloy: 4310
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Technology
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Microsurgical procedures
- Fine vascular tissue approximation
- Delicate soft tissue repair
- Procedures requiring sustained needle sharpness
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE™ Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8998, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring substantial tensile strength and long-term wound support. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE™ provides smooth tissue passage, excellent knot security and minimal tissue reactivity.
The USP 1 diameter delivers strong tensile performance suitable for fascia and high-tension soft tissue closure. The 100 cm strand length supports controlled placement and continuous suturing techniques in procedures requiring extended running closure.
This suture is supplied with a CTB needle. The CTB configuration is designed to facilitate controlled tissue penetration while maintaining needle stability and strength during placement. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring reliable non-absorbable wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 1 surgical diameter
- 100 cm strand length
- CTB needle
- High tensile strength for fascia and soft tissue
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE™
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8998
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
- Suture Size: USP 1
- Length: 100 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: CTB
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- High-tension soft tissue approximation
- General surgical procedures
- Continuous suturing techniques
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8998G, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring high tensile strength and enhanced needlestick injury protection. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, excellent knot security and minimal tissue reactivity.
The USP 1 diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for fascia and high-tension soft tissue closure. The 100 cm strand length supports controlled placement and continuous suturing techniques during extended surgical procedures.
This suture is supplied with a CTD ETHIGUARD blunt point needle (40 mm). The blunt tip configuration is specifically designed to reduce the risk of accidental needlestick injuries while maintaining effective tissue separation. Manufactured from durable 420 alloy, the needle offers strength, stability and resistance to bending during placement.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring reliable non-absorbable wound closure with enhanced safety characteristics.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 1 surgical diameter
- 100 cm strand length
- CTD ETHIGUARD blunt point needle
- 40 mm needle length
- 420 needle alloy construction
- Designed to reduce needlestick injury risk
- High tensile strength for fascia and soft tissue
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: W8998G
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 1
- Length: 100 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: CTD
- Needle Length: 40 mm
- Needle Point Type: Blunt Point (ETHIGUARD)
- Needle Alloy: 420
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Fascial closure
- High-tension soft tissue approximation
- Abdominal wall closure
- Procedures prioritising needlestick injury reduction
- Applications requiring durable non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture, product code X916G, is engineered for highly precise tissue approximation in microsurgical and vascular procedures requiring long-term tensile stability and minimal tissue reaction. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides exceptionally smooth tissue passage, excellent handling characteristics and permanent wound support.
The USP 8-0 diameter delivers ultra-fine control suitable for delicate vascular and soft tissue layers where accuracy and minimal trauma are critical. The 45 cm strand length supports controlled placement and meticulous knot tying in refined surgical fields.
This suture is supplied with a BV130-5 taperpoint needle. The taperpoint configuration enables smooth penetration of delicate vascular tissue while minimising tissue disruption and ensuring controlled needle passage. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable microsurgical wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 8-0 microsurgical diameter
- 45 cm strand length
- BV130-5 taperpoint needle
- Designed for delicate vascular tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Permanent wound support
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: X916G
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
- Suture Size: USP 8-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: BV130-5
- Needle Point Type: Taperpoint
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Microsurgical procedures
- Vascular anastomosis
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Applications requiring permanent non-absorbable support
PROLENE Knitted Polypropylene Mesh, product code PML3, is a non-absorbable surgical mesh designed for permanent reinforcement of abdominal wall and hernia defects. Manufactured from knitted polypropylene, the mesh provides durable tensile strength and long-term structural support while allowing tissue ingrowth.
This variant is supplied in a 30 cm × 30 cm square configuration, making it suitable for large-area reinforcement in ventral, incisional, or complex hernia repairs. The knitted construction allows the mesh to be trimmed intraoperatively without unraveling, enabling surgeons to tailor placement to patient anatomy.
PML3 is intended for permanent implantation and is supplied sterile for professional surgical use within the Hernia Mesh & Fixation category.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene surgical mesh
- Knitted construction for strength and flexibility
- Designed for permanent abdominal wall reinforcement
- Trim-to-fit without fraying
- 30 cm × 30 cm square configuration
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 3
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Division: Medical Devices
- Category: Hernia Mesh & Fixation
- Product Code: PML3
- GTIN: 20705031075631
- Material: Polypropylene
- Structure: Knitted mesh
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Dimensions: 30 cm × 30 cm
- Shape: Square
- Unit of Measure: Box (3 each)
- Packaging: Box of 3
- Status: Active
- Suitable For
- Ventral hernia repair
- Abdominal wall fascial reinforcement
- Incisional and complex hernia repair
- Procedures requiring permanent synthetic mesh support
PROLENE Knitted Polypropylene Mesh, product code PMLK1, is a non-absorbable surgical mesh designed for permanent reinforcement of abdominal wall and hernia defects, particularly where an anatomical opening (keyhole configuration) is required.
Manufactured from knitted polypropylene, the mesh provides long-term tensile strength and reliable tissue integration while maintaining flexibility for surgical handling. The knitted structure allows the mesh to be trimmed intraoperatively without unraveling, enabling precise adaptation to patient anatomy.
This variant features a 6.1 cm × 13.7 cm keyhole configuration, making it suitable for hernia repairs that require mesh placement around anatomical structures such as the spermatic cord. The mesh is supplied sterile and intended for professional surgical use within the Hernia Mesh & Fixation category.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene surgical mesh
- Knitted construction for strength and flexibility
- Keyhole design for anatomical accommodation
- Permanent abdominal wall reinforcement
- Trim-to-fit without fraying
- 6.1 cm × 13.7 cm configuration
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 1
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Division: Medical Devices
- Category: Hernia Mesh & Fixation
- Product Code: PMLK1
- GTIN: 20705031075648
- Material: Polypropylene
- Structure: Knitted mesh
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Dimensions: 6.1 cm × 13.7 cm
- Shape: Keyhole
- Unit of Measure: Box (1 each)
- Packaging: Box of 1
- Status: Active
- Suitable For
- Inguinal hernia repair
- Hernia repairs requiring keyhole mesh configuration
- Abdominal wall reinforcement around anatomical structures
- Procedures requiring permanent synthetic mesh support
Comprehensive Overview of Ethicon PROLENE Hernia Mesh
PROLENE Knitted Polypropylene Mesh, product code PMSK3, is a non-absorbable surgical mesh designed for permanent reinforcement of abdominal wall and hernia defects, particularly in procedures requiring a keyhole configuration to accommodate anatomical structures.
Manufactured from knitted polypropylene, the mesh delivers long-term tensile strength, flexibility for surgical handling, and reliable tissue integration. The knitted structure allows the mesh to be trimmed intraoperatively without unraveling, enabling precise adaptation to patient anatomy.
This variant features a 4.5 cm × 10.1 cm keyhole configuration, suitable for inguinal and other hernia repairs where mesh placement around anatomical structures is required. PMSK3 is supplied sterile for professional surgical use within the Hernia Mesh & Fixation category.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene surgical mesh
- Knitted construction for strength and flexibility
- Keyhole design for anatomical accommodation
- Permanent abdominal wall reinforcement
- Trim-to-fit without fraying
- 4.5 cm × 10.1 cm configuration
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 3
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PROLENE
- Division: Medical Devices
- Category: Hernia Mesh & Fixation
- Product Code: PMSK3
- GTIN: 20705031075747
- Material: Polypropylene
- Structure: Knitted mesh
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Dimensions: 4.5 cm × 10.1 cm
- Shape: Keyhole
- Unit of Measure: Box (3 each)
- Packaging: Box of 3
- Status: Active
- Suitable For
- Inguinal hernia repair
- Hernia repairs requiring keyhole mesh placement
- Abdominal wall reinforcement around anatomical structures
- Procedures requiring permanent synthetic mesh support
Durable and Reliable Material for Hernia Repair
The Ethicon PROLENE Hernia Mesh is crafted from knitted polypropylene, a non-absorbable synthetic material widely recognized for its strength and biocompatibility. This mesh is designed to provide long-lasting support in hernia repair surgeries by creating a stable scaffold for tissue growth. Its knitted structure enhances flexibility and conformability, allowing it to adapt well to the patient’s anatomy. The robust polypropylene fibers resist degradation, ensuring the mesh maintains its integrity over time, which is essential for preventing hernia recurrence and promoting patient recovery.
Precision Dimensions and Keyhole Design
This hernia repair mesh measures 4.5 cm by 10.1 cm, a size optimized for effective placement in common hernia repair procedures. The keyhole configuration allows better accommodation around anatomical structures, making surgical fixation simpler and more secure. This design minimizes tension on the surrounding tissues while providing adequate coverage of the defect, reducing postoperative complications and enhancing healing. The box of three meshes offers surgeons convenient multiple-use options for various cases or bilateral repairs.
Efficient Hernia Mesh & Fixation Solution
Ethicon PROLENE Hernia Mesh is part of a comprehensive hernia mesh and fixation system engineered for optimal surgical outcomes. The mesh can be easily fixed using standard surgical techniques, ensuring stable positioning during and after the procedure. Its non-absorbable nature supports long-term repair strength, while the knitted texture promotes tissue integration. This product is trusted in clinical settings worldwide for its reliable performance, helping surgeons provide patients with durable and effective hernia repair solutions.
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
