A scoreflex balloon was used to treat a 99% stenosed severely calcified left anterior descending artery (lad).Following angioplasty, a stent was placed in the lesion.Imaging was performed and no anomalies were observed.A non-compliant balloon was used to post-dilate the stent three times.When contrast was injected, a perforation was observed where the stent was placed.Pericardiocentesis was performed, however, the patient passed away.The physician alleged the primary cause of death was due to severe calcification resulting in a minor dissection and perforation.
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