It was reported that shaft kink occurred and the patient experienced discomfort.The 95% stenosed target lesion was located in the severely tortuous and moderately calcified common iliac artery.A 8 x 60 x 120 epic vascular stent was advanced along with the non-boston scientific wire to crossover the lesion.However, during the procedure, it was not smooth, and some discomfort encountered around the steep bifurcation.The device was then removed, and it was found a slightly bent or dent like a kink was noted on the device.The stent was replaced with a different device for safety measures and the procedure was completed.No further patient complications reported.
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