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SutureVet's monofilament veterinary sutures are manufactured from a single continuous strand of material, offering smooth tissue passage, minimal bacterial wicking, and low tissue reactivity compared to braided alternatives. These properties make monofilament sutures the preferred choice for many veterinary surgical applications where infection risk, tissue drag, and post-operative reactivity must be carefully managed.
Our monofilament range includes both absorbable options — such as poliglecaprone (Monocryl equivalent) and polydioxanone (PDS equivalent) — for internal tissue layers requiring temporary support, and non-absorbable monofilament materials such as nylon and polypropylene for skin closure, orthopaedic applications, and cardiovascular surgery. The smooth surface of monofilament sutures reduces the risk of bacterial colonisation and biofilm formation, making them particularly valuable in contaminated or infection-prone surgical sites.
Available across a comprehensive range of gauges from heavy 0 and 1 for large animal and orthopaedic work down to ultra-fine 5-0 and 6-0 for ophthalmic and exotic species surgery. All products are supplied sterile and individually packaged from ISO-certified manufacturers trusted by veterinary surgeons across the UK.
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Ethicon MONOCRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation along the suture line.
This USP 3-0 suture is supplied in a 45 cm length and features an undyed monofilament construction to minimise tissue visibility. It is armed with a single reverse cutting Prime needle measuring 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, designed for controlled penetration and precise handling in skin and delicate tissue layers.
MONOCRYL PLUS sutures provide predictable tensile strength retention followed by reliable absorption, making them suitable for tissues requiring short-term wound support. They elicit minimal tissue reaction while maintaining excellent handling and knot security. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 36 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL PLUS
- Product Code: MCP497H
- Reference Code: W3207
- GTIN: 30705031122332
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 3-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse cutting Prime
- Needle Size: 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Dermal and subcutaneous suturing
- Plastic and general surgery
- Procedures requiring precise cutting needle control
Ethicon MONOCRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation along the suture line.
This USP 4-0 suture is supplied in a 70 cm length and features a violet monofilament construction for improved intraoperative visibility. It is armed with a single reverse cutting Prime needle measuring 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, designed for controlled penetration and precise handling in skin and delicate tissue layers.
MONOCRYL PLUS sutures provide predictable tensile strength retention followed by reliable absorption, making them suitable for tissues requiring short-term wound support. They elicit minimal tissue reaction while maintaining excellent handling and knot security. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 36 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL PLUS
- Product Code: MCP498H
- Reference Code: MPY498H
- GTIN: 30705031122349
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse cutting Prime
- Needle Size: 19 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Dermal and subcutaneous suturing
- Plastic and general surgery
- Procedures requiring precise cutting needle control
Ethicon MONOCRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation along the suture line.
This USP 5-0 suture is supplied in a 70 cm length and features an undyed monofilament construction to minimise tissue visibility. It is armed with a single reverse cutting Prime needle measuring 16 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, engineered for controlled penetration and precise handling in delicate tissue layers.
MONOCRYL PLUS sutures provide predictable tensile strength retention followed by reliable absorption, making them suitable for tissues requiring short-term wound support. They elicit minimal tissue reaction while maintaining excellent handling and knot security. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 36 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL PLUS
- Product Code: MCP500H
- Reference Code: W3204
- GTIN: 30705031122356
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 5-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse cutting Prime
- Needle Size: 16 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Fine dermal suturing
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- Procedures requiring precise cutting needle control
Ethicon MONOCRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25 and coated with triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation along the suture line.
This USP 4-0 suture is supplied in a 45 cm length and features an undyed monofilament construction to minimise tissue visibility. It is armed with a single reverse cutting Prime needle measuring 24 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, designed for controlled penetration and precise handling in skin and delicate tissue layers.
MONOCRYL PLUS sutures provide predictable tensile strength retention followed by reliable absorption, making them suitable for tissues requiring short-term wound support. They elicit minimal tissue reaction while maintaining excellent handling and knot security. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 36 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL PLUS
- Product Code: MCP6820H
- Reference Code: MPY682H
- GTIN: 30705031122431
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse cutting Prime
- Needle Size: 24 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Dermal and subcutaneous suturing
- Plastic and general surgery
- Procedures requiring precise cutting needle control
Ethicon MONOCRYL is a synthetic absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from poliglecaprone 25, designed to deliver predictable absorption and dependable short-term wound support with minimal tissue reaction.
This USP 4-0 suture is supplied in a 70 cm length and features an undyed monofilament construction to minimise tissue visibility. It is armed with a single conventional cutting PC needle measuring 22 mm with a 1/2 circle curvature, engineered to provide controlled penetration and accurate cutting performance in skin and tougher tissue layers.
MONOCRYL sutures offer smooth tissue passage, excellent handling characteristics and secure knot performance during healing. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL
- Product Code: NP0156
- GTIN: 30705031075577
- Suture Material: Poliglecaprone 25
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 70 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Conventional cutting (PC)
- Needle Size: 22 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Dermal and subcutaneous suturing
- Plastic and general surgery
- Procedures requiring controlled cutting needle penetration
This PDS® Plus Antibacterial (Polydioxanone) Surgical Suture, product code PDP662H, is engineered for dependable soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring extended tensile strength and antimicrobial protection. Manufactured from synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament incorporating triclosan antibacterial technology, PDS® Plus provides smooth tissue passage, predictable hydrolytic absorption and prolonged wound stability.
The antibacterial coating is designed to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture, supporting infection risk management in surgical environments. The USP 4-0 diameter delivers balanced tensile performance suitable for dermal and soft tissue closure requiring secure approximation and reliable knot integrity.
The 27 inch (70 cm) strand length supports controlled placement and continuous suturing techniques. This suture is supplied with a KS reverse cutting needle (60 mm). The reverse cutting configuration positions the cutting edge on the outer curvature, reducing the risk of tissue cut-through while enabling sharp penetration of tougher dermal tissue.
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 surgical environments requiring reliable long-term absorbable wound closure with antibacterial protection.
- Key Features
- Synthetic absorbable polydioxanone monofilament
- Triclosan antibacterial suture technology
- USP 4-0 surgical diameter
- 27 in (70 cm) strand length
- KS reverse cutting needle
- 60 mm needle length
- Designed for penetration of tougher dermal tissue
- Extended absorption profile (182–238 days)
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: PDS® Plus
- Manufacturer: Ethicon
- Product Code: PDP662H
- Category: Wound Closure
- Suture Size: USP 4-0
- Length: 27 in (70 cm)
- Material: Polydioxanone with Triclosan
- Colour: Undyed
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- Absorption Rate: 182–238 days
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: KS
- Needle Length: 60 mm
- Needle Point Type: Reverse Cutting
- Pledget: No
- Strands per Pack: 1 x 27 in
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Dermal closure
- Tougher skin and fibrous tissue approximation
- Plastic and reconstructive procedures
- General soft tissue surgery
- Applications requiring prolonged absorbable support with antibacterial protection
Ethicon MONOCRYL® (poliglecaprone 25) Sutures are premium synthetic absorbable monofilament sutures designed for smooth tissue passage, excellent handling, and predictable absorption.
Manufactured from poliglecaprone 25, MONOCRYL® sutures provide high initial tensile strength with rapid absorption, making them ideal for procedures requiring short-term wound support and superior cosmetic outcomes.
This configuration features a USP 4-0 suture size, 45cm (18 inch) length, and a PS-2 precision reverse cutting needle (3/8 circle, 19mm), ensuring accurate penetration and controlled placement in delicate tissue.
The violet colour enhances intraoperative visibility, supporting precision and efficiency.
Key Features:
- Synthetic absorbable monofilament (poliglecaprone 25)
- Smooth passage with minimal tissue drag
- High initial tensile strength with rapid absorption
- Excellent handling and knot security
- Designed for cosmetic and subcuticular closure
Clinical Performance:
- Absorption via hydrolysis with predictable loss of strength
- Minimal tissue reaction
- Ideal for short-term wound support
Indications:
- Subcuticular skin closure
- Plastic and cosmetic surgery
- General soft tissue approximation
- Paediatric and dermatological procedures
Specifications:
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: MONOCRYL®
- Material: Poliglecaprone 25 (monofilament)
- Absorbability: Absorbable
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 45cm (18”)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Type: Reverse Cutting (Precision Point)
- Needle Code: PS-2 (3/8 Circle, 19mm)
- Configuration: Single Armed
- Structure: Monofilament
- Box Quantity: 12
Ethicon PDS II is a sterile, synthetic, absorbable monofilament surgical suture composed of polydioxanone. The monofilament structure provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue drag and prolonged tensile strength retention to support extended wound healing.
This USP 4-0 undyed suture is supplied in a 45 cm (18 inch) length and is armed with a single-armed PC-5 PRIME MP conventional cutting needle measuring 19 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature, designed to deliver sharp, controlled penetration for precise skin and superficial tissue closure.
PDS II sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis and provide extended wound support compared to braided absorbable sutures, resulting in minimal tissue reaction and predictable strength retention over time. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional hospital and clinical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: PDS II
- Product Code: Z823G
- GTIN: 30705031061785
- Suture Material: Polydioxanone
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic, extended absorption)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 45 cm (18 in)
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Conventional Cutting PC-5 PRIME MP
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Needle Size: 19 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring extended wound support
- Plastic and reconstructive procedures