Surgical Sutures

Most of this collection is suture kits and suture removal kits rather than suture material: eight SUBMED kits, one Elite First Aid kit and one Jorgensen suture listing.

SUBMED kits include sterile surgical suture kits, sterile suture removal kits in standard and hard tray versions, a suture removal instrument kit, an Advanced Suture Operation Kit and a Basic Suture Procedure Kit.

Only one listing is suture thread itself: the Jorgensen Labs SAFIL HR26 2/0 Synthetic Absorbable Suture.

Yes. Suture removal is covered by three SUBMED listings — the Sterile Suture Removal Kit, the version with Stitch Cutter and the Hard Tray version — plus the Suture Removal Instrument Kit.

The non-SUBMED listings are the Elite First Aid Surgical Suture Kit, a professional emergency field set, and the Jorgensen SAFIL suture.

A surgical suture kit contains instruments and supplies used by trained healthcare professionals during wound closure. A suture removal kit contains tools for removing stitches after a wound has healed sufficiently. These kits serve different purposes, so check the product description to confirm whether you need wound closure instruments, suture removal tools, or suture material.

The contents of a surgical suture kit depend on the manufacturer and product configuration. Kits may contain instruments such as needle holders, forceps, scissors, and other supplies used during wound closure. Some are packaged as sterile procedure kits, while others have different instrument configurations. Review the included-items list before ordering to make sure the kit meets your facility's needs.

Not always. A surgical suture kit may contain the instruments needed for a procedure without including suture thread or surgical needles. Rescue Supply also lists Jorgensen Labs SAFIL synthetic absorbable suture material separately. Check each product's included contents, suture specifications, and intended use before purchasing.

Yes. Rescue Supply lists SUBMED sterile suture removal kits, including a standard kit, a version with a stitch cutter, and a hard-tray configuration. These products are intended to provide organized instruments for stitch removal by qualified healthcare professionals. Compare the included tools, packaging, and product specifications to select the appropriate kit.

Start by identifying whether you need a wound closure kit, a suture removal kit, or individual suture material. Then compare the included instruments, sterile packaging, single-use or reusable designation, and compatibility with your facility's clinical procedures. Hospitals, outpatient clinics, and other healthcare providers should select products that match their approved protocols and staff requirements.

Some surgical suture and suture removal kits are supplied as sterile single-use products, while other instrument sets may have different reuse requirements. Never assume a kit can be sterilized and reused simply because it contains metal instruments. Follow the manufacturer's labeling and instructions for use, including any single-use restrictions.

Yes. Rescue Supply offers bulk quote requests for surgical suture products, which may be useful for hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities purchasing multiple kits. Check individual product listings for availability and estimated lead times, especially for made-to-order SUBMED products, and request a quote for larger quantities.