Ethicon MB66G ETHIBOND EXCEL 5 4x30" V-37 40mm TAPERCUT BX/12

Ethicon ETHIBOND EXCEL® Size 5 Suture | MB66G | 40mm V-37 TAPERCUT™ | 30" Green | BX/12

The Ethicon MB66G is an ultra-high-strength, non-absorbable surgical suture engineered for procedures requiring maximum structural integrity. Composed of braided polyester and treated with a proprietary Polybutylate coating, this Size 5 suture is among the strongest synthetic filaments available. It provides the heavy-duty tensile strength necessary for anchoring bone, reattaching large tendons, or securing prosthetic implants where biological failure is not an option.

This specific configuration features a 4-strand multipack (4 strands of 30-inch suture per foil), paired with the formidable V-37 TAPERCUT™ needle. This combination is a clinical favorite for orthopedic surgeons and cardiovascular teams performing heavy-valve or sternal procedures.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: ETHIBOND EXCEL®

• Model / REF: MB66G

• Suture Size: 5 (7.0 metric) – Heavy Gauge

• Length: 4 Strands x 30 Inches (75 cm) per foil

• Material: Coated Braided Polyester (Polybutylate Coating)

• Color: Green (High-contrast visibility)

• Needle: 40mm, 1/2 Circle V-37

• Needle Point: TAPERCUT™ (Cutting tip with a tapering body)

• Quantity: Full Box of 12 Sterile Foils (48 total strands)

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• V-37 TAPERCUT™ Performance: The V-37 needle features a unique geometry: a triangular cutting tip for easy penetration of tough, calcified tissue or fibrocartilage, which transitions into a round tapering body. This design prevents "zipper" tearing of the tissue while allowing the needle to pass through dense structures with minimal force.

• Maximum Tensile Strength: As a Size 5 suture, the MB66G offers extreme resistance to breakage under physiological stress, making it the premier choice for rotator cuff repair, Achilles tendon reconstruction, and cerclage.

• Polybutylate Lubricity: The specialized coating fills the braid's interstices, significantly reducing tissue drag—a critical factor when pulling heavy-gauge suture through dense fascia or bone tunnels.

• Permanent Structural Support: Being chemically inert and non-absorbable, ETHIBOND EXCEL® provides indefinite support, ensuring that high-tension repairs remains intact throughout the patient's lifetime.

• Exceptional Knot Security: The braided construction provides a high-friction "lock," ensuring that knots remain secure even under the rhythmic mechanical loads of the musculoskeletal system.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: New – Factory Sealed.

• Integrity: This item is securely contained within its original, undamaged manufacturer's packaging. Both the inner sterile foils and the outer box are intact, ensuring absolute sterility and performance.

• Storage: Maintained in a climate-controlled, medical-grade environment to preserve the molecular integrity of the polyester fibers and the sharpness of the TAPERCUT™ 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 reinforced packaging to prevent compression of the 12-count box and to protect the precision-aligned V-37 needles.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.