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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 left femoral artery.A 4.0mmx100mmx80cm sterling balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during the third inflations at 14 atmospheres for 2 minutes, the balloon ruptured.The device was removed without any problem and the procedure was completed with a different device.There were no patient complications nor injuries reported and the patient condition was good.
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