Suture Selection for Veterinary Spay Procedures

Veterinary spay procedures typically involve multiple layers of closure, requiring dependable wound support and predictable healing characteristics. Absorbable sutures are commonly selected for internal tissue layers, while absorbable or non-absorbable options may be used for skin closure depending on clinician preference.

VICRYL® is widely used for soft tissue approximation and ligation, while PDS II® may be selected where longer wound support is required. MONOCRYL® is frequently used for subcuticular closure due to its smooth monofilament structure and predictable absorption profile.

The final suture selection should be based on patient size, surgical technique, tissue condition and veterinary surgeon preference.