Medical Sutures, Unit 7, Latham Road Business Park, Latham Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE296YE
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Sutures for Equine & Farm Animal Surgery
Large animal surgery demands sutures capable of managing thicker tissue, higher tension and field conditions. Medical Sutures supplies a comprehensive range suited to equine hospitals, farm practice and ambulatory veterinary surgeons.
Common Surgical Applications
Equine abdominal surgery
Bovine caesarean section
Hernia repair
Tendon and ligament repair
Trauma and wound management
Large laceration closure
Orthopaedic fixation support
Materials Available
Polydioxanone (PDS / PDS Plus) – Long-Term Absorbable
Maintains strength during early healing
Ideal for fascia and deep tissue layers
Suitable for large breed and equine surgery
Polypropylene (Prolene) – Non-Absorbable
High tensile strength
Low tissue reactivity
Suitable for skin and structural repair
Polyglactin 910 (Vicryl / Vicryl Plus) – Braided Absorbable
Reliable handling
Secure knot performance
Widely used for internal soft tissue
Polyester (Ethibond / Mersilene) – Braided Non-Absorbable
Strong, durable support
Suitable for ligament and tendon repair
Stainless Steel
Maximum strength for orthopaedic and tension band procedures
Heavy gauge ligatures
Large animal cases often require longer strand lengths (75cm–240cm) and stronger needle profiles.
Large curved cutting needles
Double-armed configurations
Ligature packs for field use