Ethicon D8868 2 ETHIBOND GREEN 1X18" CT-1 DOUBLE ARMED, Box of 36

Ethicon ETHIBOND EXCEL® 2 Suture | D8868 | Double-Armed CT-1 Taper | 18" Green | BX/36

The Ethicon D8868 is a high-tensile, non-absorbable surgical suture engineered for permanent, high-load soft tissue fixation. Composed of braided Polyethylene Terephthalate (Polyester) and coated with Polybutylate, this Size 2 suture provides the structural "bulk" and extreme breaking strength required for demanding orthopedic reconstructions, such as Achilles tendon repair, rotator cuff reinforcement, and sternal closure.

This specific configuration is a Double-Armed specialty pack, featuring a 36mm CT-1 (Circle Taper) needle on both ends of an 18-inch (45 cm) strand. This design is critical for "anchoring" techniques where the surgeon must pass the suture through dense tissue from two different directions to centralize tension and maximize graft stability.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: ETHIBOND EXCEL®

• Model / REF: D8868

• Suture Size: 2 (5.0 metric)

• Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Material: Coated Braided Polyester (Polybutylate Coating)

• Color: Green (Dyed for high visibility in deep surgical fields)

• Needles: Double-Armed (Two needles per strand)

• Needle Type: 36mm, 1/2 Circle CT-1

• Needle Point: Taper Point

• Quantity: Full Box of 36 Sterile Units

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Heavy-Duty Fixation: The Size 2 diameter is the "gold standard" for orthopedic tendon-to-bone reattachment, offering superior resistance to "cheese-wiring" or pulling through soft tissue under physiological loads.

• Double-Armed Efficiency: Eliminates the need for multiple suture passes; the dual-needle setup allows for simultaneous tissue approximation from opposing sides, which is essential in complex ligamentous imbrication.

• Atraumatic CT-1 Needle: The 36mm taper point is designed to spread tissue fibers without cutting them, creating a "snug" fit for the heavy braided filament and reducing the risk of post-operative suture-hole bleeding.

• Polybutylate Lubricity: The proprietary coating ensures that even this heavy-gauge braid glides through dense fascia and fibrocartilage with minimal friction, preserving the integrity of the surrounding anatomy.

• Lifelong Structural Support: As a non-absorbable polyester, Ethibond Excel does not degrade over time, ensuring that the repair remains structurally sound throughout the patient's life.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: New – Factory Sealed.

• Integrity: This item is securely contained within its original, undamaged manufacturer's packaging. The sterile barrier of each of the 36 foils is intact, ensuring absolute clinical readiness for high-stakes surgical environments.

• Storage: Maintained in a climate-controlled, medical-grade environment to preserve the molecular integrity of the polyester fibers and the factory-sharpness of the CT-1 needles.

• Expertise: With over 25 years of experience in surgical and orthopedic supplies, Primis Medical verifies that all Ethicon stock is rigorously inspected for expiration viability and seal integrity.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in specialized packaging to prevent crushing of the 36-count box and to protect the alignment of the double-armed needles.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.