It was reported that the balloon ruptured.A 10mmx3.25mm wolverine coronary cutting balloon was selected for use.The target lesion was located in the proximal left anterior descending artery (lad).The target lesion was 70% stenosed, moderately calcified, and mildly tortuous.During the procedure, the device could not inflate properly.Upon removal, blood was noted in the balloon material.The device was completely removed from the patient, and the procedure was completed using another of same device.No patient complications were reported.
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