It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 99% stenosed target lesion was located in the mildly tortuous and moderately calcified right anterior tibial artery.A 2.0mm x 220mm x 150cm, mr coyote balloon catheter was advanced but the device was unable to cross the lesion.The balloon was inflated.However, during inflation at 6 atmospheres for 10 seconds, the balloon ruptured and a balloon pinole was noted.The device was removed without problem.The procedure was completed with another 2mmx15cm coyote balloon catheter.There were no patient complications nor injuries reported.
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