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  • LuxSutures LINEN Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 100 cm – Beige – Cassette (1 Pc.)
  • LI00100 LuxSutures LINEN Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 100 cm – Beige – Cassette (1 Pc.) £39.32 (£47.18 inc VAT) 0 / BeigeGTIN: LI00100-1 Veterinary non-absorbable twisted multifilament linen suture providing excellent knot security and long-term tissue support, C.M.C. coated and supplied in cassette format for controlled surgical handling.
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  • LuxSutures LINEN Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 100 cm – Beige – Cassette (1 Pc.)
  • LI01100 LuxSutures LINEN Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 100 cm – Beige – Cassette (1 Pc.) £39.32 (£47.18 inc VAT) 1 / BeigeGTIN: LI01100-1 Veterinary non-absorbable twisted multifilament linen suture delivering excellent knot security and long-term tissue support, C.M.C. coated and supplied in cassette format for controlled surgical handling.
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  • LuxSutures LINEN Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2 – 75 cm – Beige – Cassette (1 Pc.)
  • LI0275 LuxSutures LINEN Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2 – 75 cm – Beige – Cassette (1 Pc.) £37.23 (£44.68 inc VAT) 2 / BeigeGTIN: LI0275-1 Veterinary non-absorbable twisted multifilament linen suture delivering excellent knot security and long-term tissue support, C.M.C. coated and supplied in cassette format for controlled surgical handling.
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  • LuxSutures LINEN Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 3 & 4 – 50 cm – Beige – Cassette (1 Pc.)
  • LI0350 LuxSutures LINEN Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 3 & 4 – 50 cm – Beige – Cassette (1 Pc.) £37.93 (£45.52 inc VAT) 3 & 4 / BeigeGTIN: LI0350-1 Veterinary non-absorbable twisted multifilament linen suture providing excellent knot security and long-term tissue support, C.M.C. coated and supplied in cassette format for controlled surgical handling.
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  • LuxSutures LINEN Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 5 – 40 cm – Beige – Cassette (1 Pc.)
  • LI0540 LuxSutures LINEN Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 5 – 40 cm – Beige – Cassette (1 Pc.) £37.64 (£45.17 inc VAT) 5 / BeigeGTIN: LI0540-1 Veterinary non-absorbable twisted multifilament linen suture offering excellent knot security and long-term tissue support, C.M.C. coated and supplied in cassette format for controlled surgical handling.
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  • LuxSutures LINEN Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2/0 – 100 cm – Beige – Cassette (1 Pc.)
  • LI20100 LuxSutures LINEN Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2/0 – 100 cm – Beige – Cassette (1 Pc.) £39.32 (£47.18 inc VAT) 2/0 / BeigeGTIN: LI20100-1 Veterinary non-absorbable twisted multifilament linen suture providing excellent knot security and long-term tissue support, C.M.C. coated and supplied in cassette format for controlled surgical handling.
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  • LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – Metric 3.5 – 100 cm – Blue – Cassette (1 Pc.)
  • NY00100 LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – Metric 3.5 – 100 cm – Blue – Cassette (1 Pc.) £45.99 (£55.19 inc VAT) 0 / BlueGTIN: NY00100-1 Veterinary nylon monofilament suture supplied in a sterile cassette, providing minimal tissue reaction, excellent handling, and long-term wound support for animal surgical procedures.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 24 (24 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY00DS24 LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 24 (24 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £17.70 (£21.24 inc VAT) 0 / Blue / 75 cmGTIN: NY00DS24-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 0, 75 cm, blue, supplied with DS 24 24 mm cutting needle for precise skin closure procedures. NY00DS24.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 30 (30 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY00DS30 LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 30 (30 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £17.86 (£21.43 inc VAT) 0 / Blue / 75 cmGTIN: NY00DS30-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 0, 75 cm, blue, supplied with DS 30 30 mm cutting needle for precise skin closure procedures. NY00DS30.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 3/0 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 36 (36 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY00DS36 LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 3/0 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 36 (36 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £18.71 (£22.45 inc VAT) 0 / Blue / 75 cmGTIN: NY00DS36-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 3/0, 75 cm, blue, supplied with DS 36 36 mm cutting needle for precise skin closure procedures. NY30DS36.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 40 (40 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY00DS40 LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 40 (40 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £18.71 (£22.45 inc VAT) 0 / Blue / 75 cmGTIN: NY00DS40-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 0, 75 cm, blue, supplied with DS 40 40 mm cutting needle for precise skin closure procedures. NY00DS40.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture (Black) — USP 0 (EP 3.5), 100 cm, 1/2 Circle Taper Needle 36 mm
    Box of 12
  • NY00HR36-100 LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture (Black) — USP 0 (EP 3.5), 100 cm, 1/2 Circle Taper Needle 36 mm £107.00 (£128.40 inc VAT) GTIN: NY00HR36-100-1 LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament is a black non-absorbable surgical suture with a taper needle, offering strong tissue approximation, smooth handling and reliable long-term wound support.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture (Black) — USP 0 (EP 3.5), 45 cm, 1/2 Circle Taper Needle 36 mm
    Box of 12
  • NY00HR36-45 LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture (Black) — USP 0 (EP 3.5), 45 cm, 1/2 Circle Taper Needle 36 mm £77.00 (£92.40 inc VAT) GTIN: NY00HR36-45-1 LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament is a black non-absorbable surgical suture with a taper needle, providing strong tissue approximation, smooth handling and reliable long-term wound support.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 75 cm – Blue – HR 40 (40 mm) Reverse Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY00HR40 LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 75 cm – Blue – HR 40 (40 mm) Reverse Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £16.87 (£20.24 inc VAT) 0 / Blue / 75 cmGTIN: NY00HR40-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 0, 75 cm, blue, supplied with HR 40 40 mm reverse cutting needle for controlled skin closure procedures. NY00HR40.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 150 cm – Blue – HR 40 (40 mm) Reverse Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY00HR40-L LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 150 cm – Blue – HR 40 (40 mm) Reverse Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £29.10 (£34.92 inc VAT) 0 / Blue / 150 cmGTIN: NY00HR40-L-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 0, 150 cm, blue, supplied with HR 40 40 mm reverse cutting needle for controlled skin closure procedures. NY00HR40-L.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Loop Suture (Black) — USP 0 (EP 3.5), 250 cm, 1/2 Circle Loop Taper Needle 65 mm
    Box of 12
  • NY00HR65-L LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Loop Suture (Black) — USP 0 (EP 3.5), 250 cm, 1/2 Circle Loop Taper Needle 65 mm £77.00 (£92.40 inc VAT) GTIN: NY00HR65-L-1 LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament is a black non-absorbable loop suture with a taper needle, providing strong tissue approximation, controlled handling and reliable long-term wound support in general surgery.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Loop Suture (Black) — USP 0 (EP 3.5), 150 cm, 1/2 Circle Loop Reverse Cutting Needle 40 mm
    Box of 12
  • NY00HS40-L LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Loop Suture (Black) — USP 0 (EP 3.5), 150 cm, 1/2 Circle Loop Reverse Cutting Needle 40 mm £35.00 (£42.00 inc VAT) GTIN: NY00HS40-L-1 LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament is a black non-absorbable loop suture with a reverse cutting needle, providing strong tissue penetration, secure wound closure and reliable long-term wound support.
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  • LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – Metric 4 – 100 cm – Blue – Cassette (1 Pc.)
  • NY01100 LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – Metric 4 – 100 cm – Blue – Cassette (1 Pc.) £53.19 (£63.83 inc VAT) 1 / BlueGTIN: NY01100-1 Veterinary nylon monofilament suture supplied in a sterile cassette, offering minimal tissue reaction, secure handling, and long-term wound support for animal surgical procedures.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 30 (30 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY01DS30 LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 30 (30 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £17.86 (£21.43 inc VAT) 1 / Blue / 75 cmGTIN: NY01DS30-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 1, 75 cm, blue, supplied with DS 30 30 mm cutting needle for precise skin closure procedures. NY01DS30.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 36 (36 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY01DS36 LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 36 (36 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £18.71 (£22.45 inc VAT) 1 / Blue / 75 cmGTIN: NY01DS36-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 1, 75 cm, blue, supplied with DS 36 36 mm cutting needle for precise skin closure procedures. NY01DS36.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 40 (40 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY01DS40 LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 40 (40 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £18.71 (£22.45 inc VAT) 1 / Blue / 75 cmGTIN: NY01DS40-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 1, 75 cm, blue, supplied with DS 40 40 mm cutting needle for precise skin closure procedures. NY01DS40.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 90 cm – Blue – DS 90 (90 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY01DS90 LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 90 cm – Blue – DS 90 (90 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £23.97 (£28.76 inc VAT) 1 / Blue / 90 cmGTIN: NY01DS90-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 1, 90 cm, blue, supplied with DS 90 90 mm cutting needle for precise skin closure procedures. NY01DS90.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture (Black) — USP 1 (EP 4), 100 cm, 1/2 Circle Taper Needle 30 mm
    Box of 12
  • NY01HR30-100 LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture (Black) — USP 1 (EP 4), 100 cm, 1/2 Circle Taper Needle 30 mm £60.00 (£72.00 inc VAT) GTIN: NY01HR30-100-1 LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament is a black non-absorbable surgical suture with a taper needle, offering smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reaction and reliable long-term wound support.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 75 cm – Blue – HR 40 (40 mm) Reverse Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY01HR40 LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 75 cm – Blue – HR 40 (40 mm) Reverse Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £17.82 (£21.38 inc VAT) 1 / Blue / 75 cmGTIN: NY01HR40-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 1, 75 cm, blue, supplied with HR 40 40 mm reverse cutting needle for controlled skin closure procedures. NY01HR40.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 150 cm – Blue – HR 40 (40 mm) Reverse Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY01HR40-L LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 150 cm – Blue – HR 40 (40 mm) Reverse Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £29.10 (£34.92 inc VAT) 1 / Blue / 150 cmGTIN: NY01HR40-L-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 1, 150 cm, blue, supplied with HR 40 40 mm reverse cutting needle for controlled skin closure procedures. NY01HR40-L.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 150 cm – Blue – HR 50 (50 mm) Reverse Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY01HR50-L LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 150 cm – Blue – HR 50 (50 mm) Reverse Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £29.10 (£34.92 inc VAT) 1 / Blue / 150 cmGTIN: NY01HR50-L-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 1, 150 cm, blue, supplied with HR 50 50 mm reverse cutting needle for controlled skin closure procedures. NY01HR50-L.
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  • LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – Metric 5 – 75 cm – Blue – Cassette (1 Pc.)
  • NY0275 LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – Metric 5 – 75 cm – Blue – Cassette (1 Pc.) £51.60 (£61.92 inc VAT) 2 / BlueGTIN: NY0275-1 Veterinary nylon monofilament suture supplied in a sterile cassette, providing minimal tissue reaction, secure handling, and long-term wound support for animal surgical procedures.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 2 – 90 cm – Blue – DS 40 (40 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY02DS40 LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 2 – 90 cm – Blue – DS 40 (40 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £18.83 (£22.60 inc VAT) 2 / Blue / 90 cmGTIN: NY02DS40-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 2, 90 cm, blue, supplied with DS 40 40 mm cutting needle for precise skin closure procedures. NY02DS40.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 2 – 75 cm – Blue – HR 40 (40 mm) Reverse Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY02HR40 LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 2 – 75 cm – Blue – HR 40 (40 mm) Reverse Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £18.11 (£21.73 inc VAT) 2 / Blue / 75 cmGTIN: NY02HR40-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 2, 75 cm, blue, supplied with HR 40 40 mm reverse cutting needle for controlled skin closure procedures. NY02HR40.
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  • LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – Metric 6 – 50 cm – Blue – Cassette (1 Pc.)
  • NY0350 LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – Metric 6 – 50 cm – Blue – Cassette (1 Pc.) £46.27 (£55.52 inc VAT) 3 & 4 / BlueGTIN: NY0350-1 Veterinary nylon monofilament suture supplied in a sterile cassette, offering minimal tissue reaction, dependable handling, and long-term wound support for animal surgical procedures.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture (Black) — USP 10/0, 30 cm, Double-Armed, 3/8 Circle Spatulated Needles 6.0 mm
    Box of 12
  • NY10DSP060-D LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture (Black) — USP 10/0, 30 cm, Double-Armed, 3/8 Circle Spatulated Needles 6.0 mm £77.00 (£92.40 inc VAT) GTIN: NY10DSP060-D-1 LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament is a black non-absorbable microsurgical suture with double-armed spatulated needles, delivering precise lamellar tissue control, minimal trauma and reliable long-term wound support.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture (Black) — USP 10/0, 30 cm, Double-Armed, 1/2 Circle Spatulated Needles 5.0 mm
    Box of 12
  • NY10HSP050-D LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture (Black) — USP 10/0, 30 cm, Double-Armed, 1/2 Circle Spatulated Needles 5.0 mm £77.00 (£92.40 inc VAT) GTIN: NY10HSP050-D-1 LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament is a black non-absorbable microsurgical suture with double-armed spatulated needles, providing precise lamellar tissue control, minimal trauma and reliable long-term wound support.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture (Black) — USP 10/0, 15 cm, 3/8 Circle Micro Taper Needle 3.8 mm
    Box of 12
  • NY10MDR038-100 LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture (Black) — USP 10/0, 15 cm, 3/8 Circle Micro Taper Needle 3.8 mm £77.00 (£92.40 inc VAT) GTIN: NY10MDR038-100-1 LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament is a black non-absorbable microsurgical suture with a micro taper needle, delivering exceptional precision, minimal tissue trauma and reliable long-term wound support.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture (Black) — USP 10/0, 13 cm, 1/2 Circle Micro Taper Needle 4.7 mm
    Box of 12
  • NY10MHR047-100 LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture (Black) — USP 10/0, 13 cm, 1/2 Circle Micro Taper Needle 4.7 mm £106.00 (£127.20 inc VAT) GTIN: NY10MHR047-100-1 LUXAMID Nylon Monofilament is a black non-absorbable microsurgical suture with a micro taper needle, delivering exceptional precision, minimal tissue trauma and reliable long-term wound support.
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  • LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2/0 – 100 cm – Blue – Cassette (1 Pc.)
  • NY20100 LuxSutures LUXAMID Nylon Veterinary Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2/0 – 100 cm – Blue – Cassette (1 Pc.) £43.16 (£51.79 inc VAT) 2/0 / BlueGTIN: NY20100-1 Veterinary nylon monofilament suture supplied in a sterile cassette, delivering minimal tissue reaction, reliable handling, and long-term wound support for animal surgical procedures.
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  • LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 2/0 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 19 (19 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12)
    Box of 12
  • NY20DS19 LUXAMID Nylon Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture – USP 2/0 – 75 cm – Blue – DS 19 (19 mm) Cutting Needle (Box of 12) £17.70 (£21.24 inc VAT) 2/0 / Blue / 75 cmGTIN: NY20DS19-1 LUXAMID nylon non absorbable monofilament surgical suture USP 2/0, 75 cm, blue, supplied with DS 19 19 mm cutting needle for precise skin closure procedures. NY20DS19.
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Suture Materials / Non-Absorbable Sutures Guide
Permanent Suture Material Guide

Non-Absorbable Sutures Guide

Learn about non-absorbable sutures, including commonly used materials, long-term wound support characteristics, surgical applications and advantages across healthcare, dental and veterinary procedures.

Common Materials

  • PROLENE®
  • ETHILON®
  • ETHIBOND®
  • PTFE
  • Silk

Common Uses

  • Skin closure
  • Vascular surgery
  • Orthopaedic surgery
  • Dental implant surgery
  • Hernia repair

Key Benefits

  • Long-term support
  • Excellent strength retention
  • Wide material choice
  • Reliable wound security

What Are Non-Absorbable Sutures?

Non-absorbable sutures are designed to provide long-term wound support and are not intended to be broken down by the body. Depending on the procedure, they may remain permanently within tissue or be removed following healing.

These materials are commonly used where extended tensile strength is required, such as vascular surgery, orthopaedic procedures, hernia repair, skin closure and dental implant surgery.

Common Non-Absorbable Suture Materials

  • PROLENE® (Polypropylene)
  • ETHILON® (Nylon)
  • ETHIBOND® (Polyester)
  • PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene)
  • Silk

Advantages of Non-Absorbable Sutures

  • Long-term wound support
  • Excellent strength retention
  • Available in monofilament and braided forms
  • Suitable for demanding procedures
  • Widely used across surgical specialties

Common Procedures

  • Hernia repair
  • Vascular surgery
  • Orthopaedic surgery
  • Dental implant procedures
  • Facial skin closure
  • Veterinary surgery

Non-Absorbable vs Absorbable Sutures

Non-absorbable sutures provide ongoing support and may remain within tissue indefinitely. Absorbable sutures are designed to gradually break down over time as healing progresses. The most appropriate choice depends on tissue requirements, healing time and clinician preference.

Popular Non-Absorbable Suture Collections

PROLENE® Sutures ETHILON® Sutures ETHIBOND® Sutures PTFE Sutures Silk Sutures

Related Material Guides

PROLENE® Guide ETHILON® Guide ETHIBOND® Guide PTFE Guide Absorbable Sutures Guide
Professional use only: This guide is intended for qualified healthcare, dental and veterinary professionals. Final suture selection should always be made by the treating clinician.