Individual stitch closure · Professional supply
Interrupted sutures
Compare absorbable and non-absorbable sutures for interrupted closure purchasing across skin, soft-tissue and specialist specifications. Narrow the extensive catalogue by material, construction, USP size, strand length, needle geometry, arming, brand and manufacturer code.
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Use the collection filters to narrow the full range.
Absorbable & non-absorbable
Monofilament & braided
Multiple USP sizes
Individual stitch selection
Compare interrupted suture groups
An interrupted technique does not identify one product specification. Material, construction, absorption profile, strand and needle distinguish the options. Match every part of the authorised purchasing requirement rather than selecting by technique name alone.
Suture groupExamples in the collectionImportant selection points
Nylon monofilamentETHILON and LUXAMID familiesCheck colour, USP size, strand length, needle code and full manufacturer reference.
Polypropylene monofilamentPROLENE and LUXYLENE familiesVerify product family, size, strand, needle geometry, arming and pack quantity.
Absorbable monofilamentMONOCRYL and PDS II familiesConfirm polymer, absorption profile, colour, USP size, strand, needle and catalogue code.
Braided suturesVICRYL and silk familiesMatch material, coating, colour, size, strand length, needle configuration and pack format.
Explore related collections
Browse the principal material families represented across interrupted closure purchasing requirements.
Non-absorbable monofilament
Nylon / ETHILON
Compare nylon sutures by colour, USP size, strand, needle geometry and code.
View nylon sutures → Non-absorbable monofilamentPROLENE / Polypropylene
Browse polypropylene sutures by strand, USP size, needle geometry and product code.
View polypropylene sutures → Absorbable braidedVICRYL / Polyglactin 910
Compare braided absorbable sutures by coating, colour, size, needle and code.
View VICRYL sutures → Non-absorbable braidedSilk sutures
Compare silk sutures by colour, USP size, strand, needle configuration and code.
View silk sutures →Find the correct interrupted suture product
Start with the approved theatre list, original packaging or purchasing specification. Products associated with interrupted closure can have similar descriptions while differing by polymer, absorption profile, strand, needle geometry, arming and pack format.
Confirm the specified materialMatch polymer, absorbability, construction and manufacturer-defined performance profile.
Match strand and needleCheck USP size, colour, length, needle code, point, diameter, curvature and arming.
Verify the catalogue codeConfirm brand, exact manufacturer reference and pack quantity before ordering.
RangeAbsorbable and non-absorbable sutures
OptionsMonofilament, braided and specialist configurations
Selection basisMaterial, USP size, strand, needle, brand, catalogue code and current IFU
Interrupted suture FAQs
What products are included in this collection?
The collection brings together absorbable and non-absorbable sutures across monofilament, braided and specialist formats in multiple sizes, strand lengths and needle configurations.
What makes a suture “interrupted”?
Interrupted describes a suturing technique in which stitches are placed and secured individually. It is not a single material or product family, so the technique name alone does not determine the correct purchasing specification.
Are both absorbable and non-absorbable options available?
Yes. The catalogue includes both categories. Confirm the required polymer, construction, manufacturer-defined characteristics and product code against the authorised purchasing specification.
How should I compare needle options?
Match the named needle code, point type, diameter, curvature, length and single- or double-armed configuration against the original purchasing requirement.
How do I identify the correct product code?
Match the brand, material, absorbability, construction, USP size, colour, strand length, complete needle specification and pack quantity before confirming the manufacturer catalogue code.
Professional-use information: This page supports product identification and purchasing only and is not clinical guidance. Product availability, packaging and specifications can change. Qualified healthcare professionals should confirm suitability and consult the manufacturer’s current labelling and instructions for use.
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Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 4 x 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point SH+ CR Needle 26 mm, 1/2 Circle – VCP2574E (Box of 24) Size: 2-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point SH+ -
Ethicon VICRYL RAPIDE Polyglactin 910 Braided Rapidly Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 8-0 – 30 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point GS-9 Needle 9 mm, 3/8 Circle – V1210G (Box of 12) Size: 8-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point GS-9 -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 4 x 45 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point CT-1+ CONTROL RELEASE Needle 36 mm, 1/2 Circle – V837G (Box of 12) Size: 1 Colour: Violet (D&C Violet #2) Style: Taper Point CT-1+ -
Ethicon COATED VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – Undyed – Non-Needled Strand – W9890 (Box of 12) Colour: Undyed Style: Non-needled -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 3-0 – 4 x 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point SH+ CONTROL RELEASE Needle 26 mm, 1/2 Circle – VCP2573E (Box of 24) Size: 3-0 -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 8 x 45 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point CT-2 CONTROL RELEASE Needle 40 mm, 1/2 Circle – VCP2544G (Box of 12) Size: 2-0 -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 3-0 – 120 cm (47 in) – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point SH PLUS Needle 26 mm, 1/2 Circle – VCP2406G (Box of 12) Size: 3-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point SH PLUS -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point MH-1+ Needle 26 mm, 1/2 Circle – VCP2016H (Box of 36) Size: 2-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point MH-1+ -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 8 x 45 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point V-7 CONTROL RELEASE Needle 20 mm, 1/2 Circle – VCP1775E (Box of 24) Size: 2-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 4-0 – 45 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Double-Arm Configuration DA VB Needle – VCP18531H (Box of 36) Size: 4-0 Colour: Violet Style: Single-armed (DA VB configuration) -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 150 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Conventional Cutting CCS Needle – VCP1410T (Box of 24) Size: 1 Colour: Violet Style: Conventional Cutting CCS -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 5-0 – 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point TF-1 PLUS Needle 17 mm, 3/8 Circle – VCP133H (Box of 36) Size: 5-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point TF-1 PLUS -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 2 – 90 cm – Undyed – Single-Armed Taper Point CPX Needle 48 mm, 1/2 Circle – VCP1069H (Box of 36) Size: 2 Colour: Undyed Style: Taper Point CPX -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 8 x 45 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point SH-1+ CONTROL RELEASE Needle 26 mm, 1/2 Circle – V792E (Box of 24) Size: 2-0 -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2 – 8 x 45 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Cut CTX+ CONTROL RELEASE Needle – V755G (Box of 12) Size: 2 Colour: Violet (D&C Violet #2) Style: Taper Cut CTX+ -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2 – 2 x 70 cm – Violet – Non-Needled Ligature Strands – V628H (Box of 36) Size: 2 Colour: Violet (D&C Violet #2) Style: Non-needled -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 4-0 – 70 cm (5 x 27 in) – Violet – Non-Needled Ligature Strands – V1214E (Box of 24) Size: 4-0 Colour: Violet (D&C Violet #2) Style: Non-needled -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Conventional Cutting UCL Needle 26 mm, 3/8 Circle – V114H (Box of 36) Size: 2-0 Colour: Violet (D&C Violet #2) Style: Conventional Cutting UCL -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 4-0 – 75 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Conventional Cutting CC-1 Needle 13 mm, 3/8 Circle – JV1014 (Box of 36) Size: 4-0 Colour: Violet (D&C Violet #2) Style: Conventional Cutting CC-1 -
Ethicon COATED VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 90 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Cut CTD-1 Needle 36 mm, 1/2 Circle – JB9994G (Box of 12) Size: 0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Cut CTD-1 -
Ethicon COATED VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 90 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Cut CTXD Needle 40 mm, 1/2 Circle – JB9990G (Box of 12) Size: 0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Cut CTXD -
Ethicon COATED VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Blunt Taper Point MHD-1 ETHIGUARD Needle 36 mm, 1/2 Circle – JB9984G (Box of 12) Size: 2-0 -
Ethicon COATED VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 4-0 – 45 cm – Undyed – Single-Armed Taper Point KS-45 Needle 45 mm, 1/2 Circle – J9711G (Box of 12) Size: 4-0 Colour: Undyed Style: Taper Point KS-45 -
Ethicon COATED VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 4-0 – 45 cm – Undyed – Double-Armed Spatula SPAT-10 Needles 10 mm, 1/2 Circle – J9762G (Box of 12) Size: 4-0 Colour: Undyed Style: Spatula SPAT-10
