Ethicon ETHIBOND EXCEL® Polyester Suture, Size 4-0, 18", PS-2 Needle - Box of 12
Non-Absorbable Coated Polyester Suture with MULTIPASS® Prime Reverse Cutting Needle

The Ethicon ETHIBOND EXCEL Polyester Suture Size 4-0 PS-2 18in (X692G) is a non-absorbable coated polyester suture designed for tissue approximation where lasting support is required. Pairing a white 4-0 strand with a compact 19 mm PS-2 prime reverse cutting needle from Ethicon's MULTIPASS® needle line, this configuration provides clean needle penetration and controlled, accurate bites. PS series needles are Ethicon's plastic surgery precision point needles, with a cutting tip electropolished for added sharpness, and the MULTIPASS® coating is designed to help maintain needle sharpness pass after pass.

Key Features At A Glance

• Suture Size: 4-0
• Length: 18" (single strand)
• Material: Coated polyester
• Non-absorbable suture
• PS-2 prime reverse cutting needle (19 mm)
• MULTIPASS® needle for lasting sharpness
• White
• Unidirectional strand configuration
• Sterile, single-use sutures
• Packaging
  
  • Quantity: Box of 12 sutures
  • Configuration: 1 strand × 18" per pack

Non-Absorbable Polyester for Lasting Support

ETHIBOND EXCEL® sutures are made from coated polyester, a non-absorbable material that provides lasting tissue support. This makes it a suitable choice for procedures where permanent suture support is preferred.

MULTIPASS® PS-2 Prime Reverse Cutting Needle

This configuration features a PS-2 prime reverse cutting needle (19 mm) from Ethicon's MULTIPASS® needle line, designed to help maintain needle sharpness pass after pass. With the cutting edge positioned on the outer curvature of the needle, the reverse cutting design penetrates tissue cleanly while reducing the risk of the suture tearing through. The compact needle size supports controlled, accurate bites.

Reliable Handling

The coated polyester strand offers smooth tissue passage and dependable knot performance, supporting consistent results across a range of procedures.

Clinical Applications

• Soft tissue approximation requiring lasting support
• Plastic and reconstructive procedures
• Closures in dense or tough tissue
• Closures where a non-absorbable suture is preferred

Why Choose ETHIBOND EXCEL® Polyester Sutures

ETHIBOND EXCEL® sutures are a trusted non-absorbable choice, offering lasting support and dependable handling. The Size 4-0 PS-2 configuration pairs a coated polyester strand with a sharp MULTIPASS® precision point needle for controlled, accurate suture placement.