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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 90% stenosed target lesion was located in the moderately tortuous and severely calcified superficial femoral artery.A 4.0 x 20, 135cm mustang balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during initial inflation at 20 atmospheres, the balloon ruptured.The device was removed from the patient's body without problem and the procedure was completed with a different device.No patient complications were reported and the patient's status was good.
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