It was reported that balloon rupture occured.The 100% stenosed target lesion was located in the severely calcified superficial femoral artery.A 2mm x 20mm x 143cm coyote es balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during third inflation at 14 atmospheres, the balloon ruptured.A 6.0mmx100mmx150cm sterling balloon catheter was advanced but the balloon also ruptured during third inflation at 14 atmospheres.The procedure was completed with a different device.No patient complications were reported.
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