Ethicon D8868 2 ETHIBOND GREEN 1X18" CT-1 DOUBLE ARMED, BX/36

Ethicon D8868 2 ETHIBOND GREEN 1X18" CT-1 DOUBLE ARMED, BX/36

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.

Technical specifications

• Brand: Ethicon
• Reference / model: D8868
• Model: / REF: D8868
• Material: Coated Braided Polyester (Polybutylate Coating)
• Package quantity: 36
• Dimensions / sizes: 1X18"

Additional product details

• 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.
• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)
• Brand: ETHIBOND EXCEL®
• Suture Size: 2 (5.0 metric)
• Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)
• 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
• Status: New – Factory Sealed.
• Integrity:
• 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.

Condition

New. 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.