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SutureVet's taper point needles are the preferred choice for suturing delicate internal tissue where minimal trauma and precise tissue handling are paramount. Unlike cutting needles, the taper point needle separates tissue fibres rather than cutting through them, creating a snug seal around the suture strand and significantly reducing the risk of inadvertent vessel or organ damage.
Taper point needles are widely used in veterinary surgery for fascia, muscle, peritoneum, intestinal anastomosis, cardiovascular structures, and urogenital tissue. Their atraumatic profile makes them indispensable in abdominal, thoracic, and reproductive surgery across all species, where tissue integrity and haemostasis are critical to successful outcomes.
Our taper point needle range is available across a comprehensive selection of absorbable and non-absorbable suture materials, gauges, and needle curvatures, suitable for small animal, large animal, equine, and exotic species surgery. All products are supplied sterile and individually packaged from ISO-certified manufacturers trusted by veterinary surgeons across the UK.
Browse the full taper point needle range and order online today with fast UK dispatch and competitive trade pricing from SutureVet.
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Ethicon STRATAFIX Polypropylene is a synthetic non-absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from polypropylene, engineered with a bidirectional spiral knotless design for continuous tissue fixation and long-term wound support.
This USP 1 suture is supplied in a 48 cm length and features an undyed monofilament construction to minimise tissue reactivity and visibility during closure. It is double-armed with two taperpoint needles, each measuring 36 mm with a 1/2 circle curvature, enabling smooth tissue passage and controlled needle handling in deeper tissue planes.
The STRATAFIX spiral design distributes tension evenly along the suture line, eliminating the need for knot tying while maintaining secure, long-lasting wound approximation. STRATAFIX Polypropylene sutures provide excellent tensile strength, minimal tissue response and dependable handling. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: STRATAFIX Polypropylene
- Product Code: SXPL2B400
- GTIN: 20705031208206
- Suture Material: Polypropylene
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 1
- Length: 48 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Double-armed
- Needle Type: Taperpoint
- Needle Size: 36 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Continuous wound closure
- General, cardiovascular and orthopaedic surgery
- Procedures requiring long-term knotless tissue support
Ethicon STRATAFIX Polypropylene is a synthetic non-absorbable monofilament surgical suture manufactured from polypropylene, engineered with a bidirectional spiral knotless design for continuous tissue fixation and long-term wound support.
This USP 0 suture is supplied in a 28 cm length and features an undyed monofilament construction to minimise tissue reactivity and visibility during closure. It is double-armed with two taperpoint needles, each measuring 22 mm with a 1/2 circle curvature, enabling smooth tissue passage with minimal trauma.
The STRATAFIX spiral design distributes tension evenly along the suture line, eliminating the need for knot tying while maintaining secure, long-lasting wound approximation. STRATAFIX Polypropylene sutures provide excellent tensile strength, minimal tissue response and reliable handling. Each suture is sterile, single use and supplied in boxes of 12 for professional surgical environments.
- Detailed Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Line: STRATAFIX Polypropylene
- Product Code: SXPL2B401
- GTIN: 20705031208190
- Suture Material: Polypropylene
- Filament Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 0
- Length: 28 cm
- Colour: Undyed
- Needle Configuration: Double-armed
- Needle Type: Taperpoint
- Needle Size: 22 mm
- Needle Curvature: 1/2 Circle
- Sterility: Sterile, single use
- Packaging: Box of 12 sutures
- Clinical Applications
- Soft tissue approximation
- Continuous wound closure
- General and cardiovascular surgery
- Procedures requiring long-term knotless tissue support
Ethicon ETHIBOND™ EXCEL Polyester Sutures are premium non-absorbable, braided sutures designed for superior handling, knot security, and long-term tensile strength in demanding surgical environments.
Manufactured from coated polyester, ETHIBOND™ EXCEL sutures offer excellent tissue support with minimal tissue reactivity, making them ideal for cardiovascular, orthopaedic, and general soft tissue approximation.
This configuration features a USP 2 suture size, 75cm (30 inch) length, and a double-armed MO-6 taper point needle, providing precision placement and strong wound closure in critical procedures.
The distinctive green and white colouring enhances visibility during surgery, improving handling and accuracy.
Key Features:
Non-absorbable braided polyester construction
Coated for smooth passage and reduced tissue drag
High tensile strength for long-term tissue support
Excellent knot security and handling
Minimal tissue reactivity
Specifications:
Brand: Ethicon
Product Line: ETHIBOND™ EXCEL
Material: Coated braided polyester
Absorbability: Non-absorbable
USP Size: 2
Length: 75cm (30”)
Colour: Green / White
Needle Type: Taper Point
Needle Code: MO-6
Configuration: Double Armed
Sterile: Yes
Box Quantity: 24