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SutureVet's small animal and exotic veterinary sutures range brings together fine-gauge, low-reactivity suture materials suited to the diverse species and procedures encountered in small animal and exotic animal practice. From routine companion animal surgery to specialist exotic interventions, our range provides the clinical breadth and precision required across this varied patient group.
We stock absorbable monofilament and braided sutures in fine gauges appropriate for dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, chinchillas, reptiles, birds, and other small or exotic species. Non-absorbable options are also available for skin closure where suture removal is planned. Needle configurations include atraumatic taper point profiles for internal tissue and fine reverse cutting options for delicate skin closure in smaller patients.
The smaller body size and often fragile tissue of exotic species demands careful suture selection — our range is curated with this in mind, prioritising materials that minimise tissue trauma, reduce post-operative reactivity, and support reliable healing across a wide range of species-specific physiologies.
All products are supplied sterile and individually packaged from ISO-certified manufacturers. Order online with fast UK dispatch and competitive trade pricing from SutureVet.
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Ethicon VICRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated with the antibacterial agent triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture surface, helping reduce the risk of surgical site infection.
This USP 4-0 undyed suture is supplied in a 70 cm (27 inch) length and is armed with a single-armed RB-2 needle. The RB-2 round-bodied taper point needle is designed for smooth passage through delicate soft tissues, supporting atraumatic penetration and precise placement during fine surgical closure.
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: VCP434H
- GTIN: 30705031053216
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 27 in (70 cm)
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: RB-2 (round bodied taper point)
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- General and plastic surgery
- Subcutaneous and connective tissue closure
- Procedures requiring antibacterial suture support
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated with the antibacterial agent triclosan to inhibit bacterial colonisation of the suture surface, helping reduce the risk of surgical site infection.
This USP 2 violet suture is supplied in a 36 inch (90 cm) length and is armed with a single-armed MO-4 needle. The MO-4 taper point needle is designed for smooth passage through soft tissues, supporting controlled penetration, reduced tissue trauma and reliable placement during general surgical closure.
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: VCP438H
- GTIN: 30705031078202
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Antibacterial Coating: Triclosan (VICRYL PLUS)
- Filament Structure: Braided, coated
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 2
- Length: 36 in (90 cm)
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: MO-4 (taper point)
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 36 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- General and abdominal surgery
- Fascial and connective tissue closure
- Procedures requiring antibacterial suture support
Ethicon VICRYL is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated to enhance handling characteristics while reducing tissue drag during use.
This USP 5-0 violet suture is supplied in a 150 cm length and is provided unarmed, with no needle attached. The extended length and needleless configuration make it particularly suitable for use as a ligature, allowing surgeons to select their preferred needle or apply the suture directly for vessel tying and soft tissue control.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, resulting in a predictable and gradual loss of tensile strength as healing progresses, while minimising tissue reaction. The braided construction ensures reliable 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 (Coated)
- Product Code: W9022
- GTIN: 30705031082223
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Coating: Yes
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 5-0
- Length: 150 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Unarmed
- Needle Type: Not applicable
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Ligatures and vessel tying
- Soft tissue approximation
- General surgical procedures
- Situations requiring needle selection flexibility
Ethicon VICRYL is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated to enhance handling characteristics while reducing tissue drag during placement.
This USP 6-0 violet suture is supplied in a 30 cm length and is armed with a single-armed 10 mm TaperCut needle featuring a 5/8 circle curvature. The TaperCut needle combines a tapered body with a cutting point, allowing controlled penetration of delicate tissues with enhanced precision, particularly in confined surgical fields.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, providing predictable and gradual loss of tensile strength as healing progresses while minimising tissue reaction. The braided construction ensures smooth handling and dependable knot security. 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 (Coated)
- Product Code: W9172
- GTIN: 30705031129218
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Coating: Yes
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 6-0
- Length: 30 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: TaperCut
- Needle Curvature: 5/8 Circle
- Needle Size: 10 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- Microsurgical procedures
- Confined or deep surgical sites
- Procedures requiring precise needle control
Ethicon VICRYL is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated to enhance handling performance and reduce tissue drag during passage.
This USP 4-0 violet suture is supplied in a 75 cm length and is armed with a single-armed 22 mm Taper Point needle with a fish hook configuration. The fish hook needle design allows secure engagement and controlled access during suturing, supporting precise placement and reliable handling in soft tissue approximation.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, providing gradual and predictable loss of tensile strength as healing progresses while minimising tissue reaction. The braided construction ensures excellent handling and dependable knot security. 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 (Coated)
- Product Code: W9224
- GTIN: 30705031129317
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Coating: Yes
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 4-0
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Taper Point
- Needle Curvature: Fish hook
- Needle Size: 22 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- General surgical procedures
- Procedures requiring secure needle engagement
- Controlled suturing in delicate tissues
Ethicon VICRYL is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated to enhance handling characteristics and reduce tissue drag during passage.
This USP 5-0 violet suture is supplied in a 75 cm length and is armed with a single-armed 16 mm Conventional Cutting needle with a 3/8 circle curvature. The conventional cutting needle is designed for controlled penetration of tougher tissues such as skin, supporting accurate wound edge approximation and consistent needle control.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, providing predictable and gradual loss of tensile strength as healing progresses while minimising tissue reaction. The braided construction delivers excellent handling and dependable knot security. 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 (Coated)
- Product Code: W9442
- GTIN: 30705031082742
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Coating: Yes
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 5-0
- Length: 75 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Single-armed
- Needle Type: Conventional Cutting
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Needle Size: 16 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Skin closure
- Soft tissue approximation
- Procedures involving tougher tissue penetration
- General and minor surgical procedures
Ethicon VICRYL is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated to enhance handling characteristics while reducing tissue drag during placement.
This USP 6-0 violet suture is supplied in a 45 cm length and is double-armed with two 11 mm Reverse Cutting Prime needles featuring a 3/8 circle curvature. The reverse cutting prime needle design provides enhanced penetration control and reduced tissue cut-out, making it particularly suitable for fine skin closure and precise soft tissue approximation.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, providing predictable and gradual loss of tensile strength as healing progresses while minimising tissue reaction. The braided construction ensures smooth handling and dependable knot security. 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 (Coated)
- Product Code: W9537
- GTIN: 30705031082872
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Coating: Yes
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 6-0
- Length: 45 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Double-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse Cutting Prime
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
- Needle Size: 11 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Fine skin closure
- Soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring enhanced needle control
- Precision surgical techniques
Ethicon VICRYL is a synthetic absorbable braided surgical suture manufactured from polyglactin 910 and coated to enhance handling characteristics while reducing tissue drag during placement.
This USP 8-0 violet suture is supplied in a 30 cm length and is double-armed with two 8 mm Reverse Cutting Prime needles featuring a 1/2 circle curvature. The reverse cutting prime needle design offers enhanced penetration control and reduced risk of tissue cut-out, making it particularly suitable for ultra-fine skin closure and delicate soft tissue approximation.
VICRYL sutures are absorbed by hydrolysis, providing predictable and gradual loss of tensile strength as healing progresses while minimising tissue reaction. The braided construction ensures smooth handling and dependable knot security. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional hospital and specialist clinical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: VICRYL (Coated)
- Product Code: W9545
- GTIN: 30705031130146
- Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
- Filament Structure: Braided
- Coating: Yes
- Absorbability: Absorbable (synthetic)
- USP Size: 8-0
- Length: 30 cm
- Colour: Violet
- Needle Configuration: Double-armed
- Needle Type: Reverse Cutting Prime
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 Circle
- Needle Size: 8 mm
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Ultra-fine skin closure
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- Microsurgical procedures
- Precision surgical techniques