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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 EH7167SLH, 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 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-2S PRIME MULTIPASS reverse cutting needle (19 mm). The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk, while MULTIPASS technology maintains sharpness through repeated passes. 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 skin closure diameter
- 75 cm strand length
- PS-2S PRIME MULTIPASS needle
- 19 mm reverse cutting needle length
- MULTIPASS enhanced needle durability
- Designed for dermal tissue penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: EH7167SLH
- Suture Size: 4-0
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PS-2S PRIME MP
- Needle Length: 19 mm
- Needle Point Type: Prime Reverse Cutting
- Special Feature: MULTIPASS Surgical Needle
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Skin closure
- Dermatologic procedures
- General surgical closure
- Soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring sharp non-absorbable suturing
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model EH7231H, is engineered for precise vascular and cardiovascular tissue approximation where refined handling, enhanced visibility 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 strength suitable for vascular repair and delicate soft tissue reconstruction. The extended 90 cm strand length offers improved operative reach and flexibility during anastomosis procedures.
This product features double-armed C-1 VISI-BLACK taper point needles (13 mm) manufactured from 4310 alloy. The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic vessel penetration, while VISI-BLACK coating enhances intraoperative needle visibility. 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 vascular diameter
- 90 cm extended strand length
- Double-armed C-1 VISI-BLACK needles
- 13 mm taper point needle length
- 4310 alloy surgical needle
- Enhanced intraoperative visibility
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: EH7231H
- Suture Size: 5-0
- Length: 90 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Bi-directional (Double Armed)
- Needle Name: C-1 VB
- Needle Length: 13 mm (each)
- Needle Alloy: 4310
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Special Feature: VISI-BLACK Surgical Needle
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Vascular anastomosis
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Arterial and venous repair
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring enhanced needle visibility
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model EH7257H, is engineered for precise vascular and cardiovascular 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 (Metric 1) diameter delivers fine tensile performance suitable for vascular repair and soft tissue reconstruction. The 75 cm strand length enables effective operative reach and controlled placement during anastomosis procedures.
This product features a C-1X taper point needle. 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 (Metric 1) refined vascular diameter
- 75 cm strand length
- C-1X taper point needle
- Atraumatic vessel 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: EH7257H
- Suture Size: USP 5-0 (Metric 1)
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: C-1X
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
- 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 EH7411H, is engineered for precise cardiovascular and vascular tissue approximation where durability and controlled handling 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 diameter offers balanced tensile strength suitable for vascular repair and soft tissue reconstruction. The extended 90 cm strand length enables improved operative reach and flexibility during anastomosis procedures.
This product features double-armed TF taper point needles (13 mm) manufactured from 4310 alloy. 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 4-0 refined cardiovascular diameter
- 90 cm extended strand length
- Double-armed TF taper point needles
- 13 mm needle length
- 4310 alloy surgical needle
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: EH7411H
- Suture Size: 4-0
- Length: 90 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Bi-directional (Double Armed)
- Needle Name: TF
- Needle Length: 13 mm (each)
- Needle Alloy: 4310
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Vascular anastomosis
- Arterial and venous repair
- Soft tissue reconstruction
- Procedures requiring extended non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model EH7499H, is engineered for secure vascular and soft tissue approximation where durability and controlled handling 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 (Metric 2) diameter delivers balanced tensile performance suitable for vascular repair and general surgical reconstruction. The extended 90 cm strand length offers improved operative reach and flexibility during anastomosis and tissue approximation procedures.
This product features an MH taper point needle. 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 3-0 (Metric 2) durable surgical diameter
- 90 cm extended strand length
- MH taper point needle
- Designed for vascular and soft tissue procedures
- Atraumatic 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: EH7499H
- Suture Size: USP 3-0 (Metric 2)
- Length: 90 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: MH
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Vascular anastomosis
- Soft tissue reconstruction
- General surgical closure
- Arterial and venous repair
- Procedures requiring extended non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model EH7550H, is engineered for reliable skin and soft tissue approximation where strength 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 2-0 diameter delivers substantial tensile performance suitable for high-tension dermal and soft tissue closure. The 75 cm strand length enables improved operative reach and controlled placement during wound approximation.
This product features a PS-1 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle (24 mm) manufactured from ETHALLOY. The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk while maintaining sharp, precise penetration. 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 2-0 high-strength surgical diameter
- 75 cm strand length
- PS-1 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle
- 24 mm needle length
- ETHALLOY surgical needle alloy
- Sharp, controlled dermal penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: EH7550H
- Suture Size: 2-0
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: PS-1 PRIME™
- Needle Length: 24 mm
- Needle Alloy: ETHALLOY
- Needle Point Type: Reverse Cutting Prime
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Skin closure
- High-tension wound approximation
- General surgical closure
- Soft tissue repair
- Procedures requiring durable non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model EH7568H, is engineered for reliable skin and soft tissue approximation where strength and controlled penetration are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound support.
The USP 3-0 (Metric 2) diameter delivers balanced tensile performance 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-1 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle. The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk while maintaining sharp, precise dermal penetration. 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 (Metric 2) durable surgical diameter
- 75 cm strand length
- PS-1 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: EH7568H
- Suture Size: USP 3-0 (Metric 2)
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: PS-1
- 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
- Soft tissue repair
- General surgical wound approximation
- Dermatologic procedures
- Procedures requiring durable non-absorbable support
This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model EH7583H, is engineered for secure vascular and soft tissue approximation where durability and controlled handling 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 performance suitable for vascular repair and general surgical reconstruction. The extended 120 cm strand length offers increased operative reach and flexibility during complex tissue approximation procedures.
This product features an SH taper point needle. 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 4-0 (Metric 1.5) refined vascular diameter
- 120 cm extended strand length
- SH taper point needle
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Designed for vascular and soft tissue 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: EH7583H
- Suture Size: USP 4-0 (Metric 1.5)
- Length: 120 cm
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Needle Name: SH
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Quantity per Box: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Vascular anastomosis
- Soft tissue reconstruction
- General surgical closure
- Arterial and venous repair
- Procedures requiring extended non-absorbable support