Surgical skin closure · Professional supply

Skin closure sutures

Compare absorbable and non-absorbable sutures for professional skin closure purchasing across monofilament, braided, antibacterial and specialist configurations. Narrow the range by material, USP size, strand, needle geometry, brand and catalogue code.

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Absorbable & non-absorbable Monofilament & braided Multiple USP sizes Cutting, reverse cutting & taper needles

Compare skin closure suture groups

Products within this collection differ by polymer, construction, absorbability, strand and needle. Match every element of the approved purchasing specification rather than selecting by USP size or brand alone.

Suture groupExamples in the collectionImportant selection points
Absorbable monofilamentMONOCRYL / poliglecaprone 25 familiesConfirm material, colour, USP size, strand length, needle and manufacturer code.
Absorbable braidedVICRYL / polyglactin 910 familiesCheck coating, antibacterial designation, colour, size, needle configuration and pack.
Nylon monofilamentETHILON and LUXAMID familiesMatch colour, USP size, strand, cutting or reverse cutting needle and catalogue code.
Polypropylene monofilamentPROLENE and LUXYLENE familiesVerify product family, size, strand, needle geometry, arming and exact manufacturer code.

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Compare the principal absorbable and non-absorbable material families represented in the skin closure catalogue.

Absorbable monofilament

MONOCRYL / Poliglecaprone 25

Browse absorbable monofilament sutures by colour, size, strand, needle and code.

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Nylon / ETHILON

Compare nylon sutures across available colours, sizes and needle configurations.

View nylon sutures → Non-absorbable monofilament

PROLENE / Polypropylene

Browse polypropylene sutures by strand, USP size, needle geometry and product code.

View polypropylene sutures → Absorbable braided

VICRYL / Polyglactin 910

Compare braided absorbable sutures across colours, sizes, strands and needles.

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Find the correct skin closure suture

Start with the approved theatre list, original packaging or purchasing specification. Similar-looking products can differ substantially by material, construction, strand, needle, coating and pack format.

Confirm material and absorbabilityMatch the specified polymer, absorbability and monofilament or braided construction.
Match strand and needleCheck USP size, colour, length, needle code, point, diameter, curvature and arming.
Verify the catalogue codeConfirm brand, complete manufacturer code and pack quantity before ordering.
RangeAbsorbable and non-absorbable sutures
ConstructionMonofilament, braided and product-specific formats
Selection basisMaterial, USP size, strand, needle, brand, catalogue code and current IFU

Skin closure suture FAQs

What products are included in this collection?

The collection brings together absorbable and non-absorbable sutures across poliglecaprone 25, polyglactin 910, nylon and polypropylene families in multiple sizes, strands and needle configurations.

Does the collection include absorbable and non-absorbable options?

Yes. The catalogue includes both categories. Confirm the required material, manufacturer-defined characteristics and product code against the authorised purchasing specification.

What is the difference between monofilament and braided sutures?

They are different constructions with product-specific handling and performance characteristics. Confirm the required construction in the individual product description and current manufacturer labelling.

How should I compare skin closure 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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