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SutureVet offers a specialist range of exotic animal sutures designed for the unique anatomical and physiological demands of non-traditional species. From reptiles and birds to small mammals and zoo animals, our suture materials are selected to deliver reliable wound closure with minimal tissue reactivity.
Exotic animal surgery requires precision — fine gauges, atraumatic needle profiles, and materials that absorb predictably or remain stable in species with differing metabolic rates. Our range includes absorbable monofilament sutures ideal for internal closures in reptiles, as well as fine braided options suited to avian and small mammal soft tissue work.
All products are sourced from ISO-certified manufacturers and are used by exotic animal vets, wildlife rehabilitators, and zoological practices across the UK. Whether you are closing a chelonian shell repair, a ferret spay, or an avian crop incision, SutureVet has the right suture for the job.
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Ethicon VICRYL is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910, designed to provide dependable wound support with predictable absorption and minimal tissue reaction.
This USP 2-0 violet suture is supplied in a 70 cm length and is armed with a single-armed 26 mm Taper Point Plus needle with a 1/2 circle curvature. The Taper Point Plus needle provides enhanced strength and stability with smooth tissue penetration, supporting controlled placement and reduced tissue trauma during soft tissue and subcutaneous closure.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in gradual and predictable loss of tensile strength as healing progresses. 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
- Product Code: V3170H
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 2-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taper Point Plus
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 circle
- Needle Size: 26 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Subcutaneous tissue closure
- General surgical procedures
- Procedures requiring smooth, atraumatic needle penetration
This USP 4-0 (M1.5) violet suture is supplied in a 36 cm (14 inch) length and is double-armed with ST-4 needles. The ST-4 needle configuration supports controlled, direct tissue penetration and precise placement, making it suitable for specialised surgical techniques requiring straight-line access.
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: V620H
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 4-0 (M1.5)
- Length: 36 cm (14 in)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Double-armed
- Needle Type: ST-4
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Specialised surgical techniques
- General surgical procedures
- Procedures requiring straight needle access
Ethicon VICRYL is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910, designed to deliver dependable wound support with consistent handling and knot security across a wide range of surgical applications.
This USP 2-0 undyed suture is supplied in a 45 cm length in an unarmed configuration, allowing clinicians to select an appropriate needle separately or use the suture for ligation, tying, or approximation where a needle is not required.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and gradual, predictable loss of tensile strength as healing progresses. 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
- Product Code: V645H
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 2-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Unarmed (no needle)
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue ligation
- Knot tying and securing sutures
- General surgical procedures
- Applications where a separate needle is preferred
Ethicon VICRYL is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910, engineered to provide dependable wound support with predictable absorption and minimal tissue reaction.
This USP 1 violet suture is supplied in a 45 cm length and is armed with a single-armed 40 mm Taper Point Plus needle with a 1/2 circle curvature. The Taper Point Plus needle is designed to provide smooth, controlled penetration with enhanced strength and stability, making it suitable for soft tissue and subcutaneous closure requiring reliable handling and reduced tissue trauma.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in gradual and predictable loss of tensile strength as healing progresses. The braided construction ensures excellent handling and secure knot performance. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional hospital and clinical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL
- Product Code: V753G
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 1
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taper Point Plus
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 circle
- Needle Size: 40 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Subcutaneous tissue closure
- General surgical procedures
- Procedures requiring smooth, atraumatic needle penetration
Ethicon VICRYL is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910, designed to provide dependable wound support with predictable absorption and minimal tissue reaction.
This USP 1 violet suture is supplied in a 45 cm length and is armed with a single-armed 48 mm Taper Point Plus needle with a 1/2 circle curvature. The Taper Point Plus needle offers enhanced strength and stability with smooth tissue penetration, supporting controlled placement and reduced trauma during soft tissue and subcutaneous closure.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in gradual and predictable loss of tensile strength as healing progresses. The braided construction ensures excellent handling and secure knot performance. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional hospital and clinical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL
- Product Code: V765G
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 1
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taper Point Plus
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 circle
- Needle Size: 48 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Subcutaneous tissue closure
- General surgical procedures
- Procedures requiring smooth, atraumatic needle penetration
Ethicon VICRYL is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910, designed to provide dependable wound support with predictable absorption and minimal tissue reaction.
This USP 2-0 violet suture is supplied in a 45 cm length and is armed with a single-armed 26 mm Taper Point Plus needle with a 1/2 circle curvature. The Taper Point Plus needle offers enhanced strength and stability with smooth tissue penetration, supporting controlled placement and reduced tissue trauma during soft tissue and subcutaneous closure.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in gradual and predictable loss of tensile strength as healing progresses. The braided construction ensures excellent handling and secure knot performance. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 24 for professional hospital and clinical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL
- Product Code: V775E
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 2-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taper Point Plus
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 circle
- Needle Size: 26 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 24 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Subcutaneous tissue closure
- General surgical procedures
- Procedures requiring smooth, atraumatic needle penetration
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated with an antibacterial agent (triclosan) to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture surface, helping reduce the risk of surgical site infection.
This USP 3-0 undyed suture is supplied in a 70 cm length and is armed with a single-armed 24 mm reverse cutting needle with a 3/8 circle curvature, delivering clean incision and excellent control for skin and firmer soft tissue closure where accuracy is essential.
VICRYL PLUS 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 PLUS
- Product Code: VCP442H
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 3-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse cutting
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Needle Size: 24 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Soft tissue approximation
- General and minor surgical procedures
- Procedures requiring antibacterial suture support
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated with an antibacterial agent (triclosan) to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture surface, helping reduce the risk of surgical site infection.
This USP 3-0 violet suture is supplied in a 70 cm length and is armed with a single-armed 24 mm reverse cutting needle with a 3/8 circle curvature, delivering clean incision and excellent control for skin and firmer soft tissue closure where accuracy is essential.
VICRYL PLUS 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 PLUS
- Product Code: VCP452H
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 3-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse cutting
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Needle Size: 24 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Soft tissue approximation
- General and minor surgical procedures
- Procedures requiring antibacterial suture support