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It was reported that balloon rupture and detachment occurred.Vascular access was obtained via contralateral approach.The target lesion was located in the severely calcified common iliac artery.A 6.0 x 60 mustang balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during the first inflation before reaching rated burst pressure, the balloon ruptured.Upon removal, a piece of the balloon appeared to have been sheared off by the sheath.A cutdown open surgery was then performed to remove the balloon debris.No patient complications were reported and the patient status was good.
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