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SutureVet's orthopaedic veterinary sutures are engineered for the high-tension demands of musculoskeletal surgery in animals. Orthopaedic procedures place exceptional mechanical demands on suture materials — requiring superior tensile strength, prolonged wound support, and reliable knot security to withstand the forces generated by muscle contraction and post-operative patient movement.
Our orthopaedic suture range includes heavy-gauge non-absorbable options such as nylon, polypropylene, and polyester for permanent or long-term structural repairs including cruciate ligament stabilisation, tendon repair, and joint capsule closure. We also stock long-duration absorbable sutures such as polydioxanone (PDS) for fascial and deep tissue closure where prolonged support is required during the extended healing timelines associated with orthopaedic surgery.
Needle configurations include large taper point and reverse cutting profiles suited to the tough connective tissue, fascia, and periosteum encountered in orthopaedic cases. All products are supplied sterile and individually packaged from ISO-certified manufacturers trusted by veterinary orthopaedic surgeons and referral centres across the UK.
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This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8890H, is engineered for precise cardiovascular and vascular tissue approximation where refined handling 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 5-0 diameter delivers fine tensile performance suitable for vascular repair and soft tissue reconstruction. The 75 cm (30 inch) strand length enables effective operative reach and controlled placement during anastomosis procedures.
This product features a C-1 taper point needle (13 mm). The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic penetration of vessels and soft tissues, supporting accurate 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 5-0 refined cardiovascular diameter
- 75 cm (30 inch) strand length
- C-1 taper point needle
- 13 mm 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: 8890H
- Suture Size: 5-0
- Length: 30 in (75 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: C-1
- Needle Length: 13 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- 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
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Vascular anastomosis
- Arterial and venous repair
- Soft tissue reconstruction
- Procedures requiring durable non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8934H, is engineered for precise cardiovascular and vascular tissue approximation where controlled penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 5-0 diameter provides refined tensile strength suitable for vascular repair and soft tissue reconstruction. The extended 90 cm (36 inch) strand length offers improved operative reach and flexibility during anastomosis procedures.
This product features double-armed V-5 tapercut needles (17 mm). The tapercut design combines a tapered body with a cutting tip to support controlled penetration while maintaining needle strength and stability. 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 5-0 refined cardiovascular diameter
- 90 cm (36 inch) extended strand length
- Double-armed V-5 needles
- 17 mm tapercut needle length
- Controlled tissue 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: 8934H
- Suture Size: 5-0
- Length: 36 in (90 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: V-5 (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 17 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Tapercut
- 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
- Vascular anastomosis
- Soft tissue reconstruction
- Arterial and venous repair
- Procedures requiring controlled tapercut penetration
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8936H, is engineered for secure cardiovascular and vascular tissue approximation where controlled penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 3-0 diameter provides balanced tensile strength suitable for vascular repair and soft tissue reconstruction. The extended 90 cm (36 inch) strand length offers improved operative reach and flexibility during anastomosis procedures.
This product features double-armed V-5 tapercut needles (17 mm). The tapercut design combines a tapered body with a cutting tip to support controlled penetration while maintaining needle strength and stability. 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 3-0 refined cardiovascular diameter
- 90 cm (36 inch) extended strand length
- Double-armed V-5 needles
- 17 mm tapercut needle length
- Controlled tissue 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: 8936H
- Suture Size: 3-0
- Length: 36 in (90 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: V-5 (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 17 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Tapercut
- 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
- Vascular anastomosis
- Soft tissue reconstruction
- Arterial and venous repair
- Procedures requiring controlled tapercut penetration
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8952H, is engineered for precise cardiovascular and vascular tissue approximation where controlled penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 4-0 (Metric 1.5) diameter provides balanced tensile strength suitable for vascular repair and soft tissue reconstruction. The 75 cm strand length enables effective operative reach and flexibility during anastomosis procedures.
This product features a V-5 tapercut needle. The tapercut design combines a tapered body with a cutting tip to support controlled penetration while maintaining needle strength and stability. 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 4-0 (Metric 1.5) refined vascular diameter
- 75 cm strand length
- V-5 tapercut needle
- Controlled tissue penetration
- Designed for cardiovascular procedures
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8952H
- Suture Size: USP 4-0 (Metric 1.5)
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: V-5
- Needle Point Type: Tapercut
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Vascular anastomosis
- Soft tissue reconstruction
- Arterial and venous repair
- Procedures requiring controlled tapercut penetration
This PROLENE™ Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model C8954G, is engineered for precise cardiovascular and vascular tissue approximation where durability 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 4-0 (Metric 1.5) diameter delivers balanced tensile strength suitable for vascular repair and soft tissue reconstruction. The extended 90 cm strand length offers improved operative reach and flexibility during anastomosis procedures.
This product features a V-5 tapercut needle. The tapercut design combines a tapered body with a cutting tip to support controlled penetration while maintaining needle strength and stability. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
- USP 4-0 (Metric 1.5) refined vascular diameter
- 90 cm extended strand length
- V-5 tapercut needle
- Controlled tissue penetration
- Designed for cardiovascular procedures
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE™ Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: C8954G
- Suture Size: USP 4-0 (Metric 1.5)
- Length: 90 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: V-5
- Needle Point Type: Tapercut
- Quantity per Box: 12
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
- Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
- Suitable For
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Vascular anastomosis
- Soft tissue reconstruction
- Arterial and venous repair
- Procedures requiring extended non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8975H, is engineered for precise cardiovascular and vascular tissue approximation where controlled penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 4-0 diameter provides balanced tensile strength suitable for vascular repair and soft tissue reconstruction. The extended 90 cm (36 inch) strand length offers improved operative reach and flexibility during anastomosis procedures.
This product features double-armed V-7 tapercut needles (26 mm). The tapercut design combines a tapered body with a cutting tip to support controlled penetration while maintaining needle strength and stability. 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 4-0 refined cardiovascular diameter
- 90 cm (36 inch) extended strand length
- Double-armed V-7 needles
- 26 mm tapercut needle length
- Controlled tissue 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: 8975H
- Suture Size: 4-0
- Length: 36 in (90 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: V-7 (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 26 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Tapercut
- 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
- Vascular anastomosis
- Soft tissue reconstruction
- Arterial and venous repair
- Procedures requiring controlled tapercut penetration
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8976H, is engineered for secure cardiovascular and vascular tissue approximation where 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 3-0 diameter delivers balanced tensile strength suitable for vascular repair and soft tissue reconstruction. The extended 90 cm (36 inch) strand length offers improved operative reach and flexibility during anastomosis procedures.
This product features double-armed V-7 tapercut needles (26 mm). The tapercut design combines a tapered body with a cutting tip to support controlled penetration while maintaining needle strength and stability. 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 3-0 refined cardiovascular diameter
- 90 cm (36 inch) extended strand length
- Double-armed V-7 needles
- 26 mm tapercut needle length
- Controlled tissue 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: 8976H
- Suture Size: 3-0
- Length: 36 in (90 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: V-7 (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 26 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Tapercut
- 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
- Vascular anastomosis
- Soft tissue reconstruction
- Arterial and venous repair
- Procedures requiring controlled tapercut penetration
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model EH7167H, is engineered for accurate skin and soft tissue approximation where controlled penetration and cosmetic precision are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 4-0 (Metric 1.5) diameter delivers balanced tensile strength suitable for dermatologic and general surgical closure. The 75 cm strand length enables improved operative reach and controlled placement during wound approximation.
This product features a PS-2 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle. The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk while supporting sharp penetration of dermal 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 4-0 (Metric 1.5) refined skin closure diameter
- 75 cm strand length
- PS-2 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: EH7167H
- Suture Size: USP 4-0 (Metric 1.5)
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: PS-2
- 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
- Skin closure
- Dermatologic procedures
- General surgical closure
- Soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring sharp non-absorbable suturing