Ethicon ETHIBOND EXCEL® Size 5 Suture | B499T | Double-Armed 75mm LR | 30" Green | BX/24

The Ethicon B499T is an ultra-heavy-duty, non-absorbable surgical suture engineered for procedures requiring the highest possible tensile strength and secure anchorage in dense tissue. Composed of braided polyester and treated with a proprietary Polybutylate coating (polyethylene glycol and calcium stearate), this Size 5 suture is designed for permanent approximation where biological failure must be avoided at all costs.

This specific configuration is a Double-Armed specialty pack, featuring a massive 75mm LR (Large Reverse Cutting) needle on both ends of a 30-inch (75 cm) strand. This setup is primarily utilized in orthopedic cerclage, heavy tendon repair, or sternal sub-xyphoid closure where passing through dense fascia or around bone requires a formidable needle and maximum filament integrity.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: ETHIBOND EXCEL®

• Model / REF: B499T

• Suture Size: 5 (7.0 metric) – Maximum Strength

• Length: 30 Inches (75 cm)

• Material: Coated Braided Polyester

• Color: Green (High-visibility)

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

• Needle Type: 75mm, 3/8 Circle LR (Large Reverse Cutting)

• Needle Point: Reverse Cutting (Cutting edge on the outer curvature)

• Quantity: Full Box of 24 Sterile Units (OPEN BOX - Contents Verified Full)

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• 75mm LR Reverse Cutting Precision: The LR needle is designed for the toughest tissues. The reverse cutting geometry places the sharp edge on the outer curve of the needle, which prevents "cut-through" toward the wound edge and provides superior strength during heavy needle passage.

• Double-Armed Configuration: Having a needle at both ends allow surgeons to perform specialized "loop" or "U-stitch" techniques, enabling symmetrical tensioning and anchoring in high-stress orthopedic or sternal repairs.

• Industrial-Grade Tensile Strength: As a Size 5 suture, the B499T is built to withstand extreme physiological loads. It is virtually immune to the "sawing" effect of standard braids thanks to its smooth Polybutylate coating.

• Permanent Tissue Support: Polyester is chemically inert and does not degrade over time, making it the "gold standard" for permanent fixation of prosthetic implants, tendon reattachment, and bone anchoring.

• Exceptional Knot Security: The braided core ensures that once a knot is thrown under tension, it remains locked, providing a reliable mechanical seal in high-mobility areas of the body.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: Open Box – Full Contents.

• Integrity: While the outer manufacturer's box has been opened for inventory verification, all 24 individual suture packets remain factory-sealed, sterile, and undamaged.

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

• Expertise: With over 25 years of experience in surgical and orthopedic supplies, Primis Medical verifies that every B499T unit is inspected for expiration viability and seal integrity.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in reinforced packaging to prevent the 75mm needles from shifting or puncturing the internal sterile barriers during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.