It was reported that removal difficulties and stent damage occurred.
The target lesion was located within the coronary artery.
A 5.
00 x 28mm synergy xd drug-eluting stent was advanced for treatment.
However, during the procedure, the balloon became stuck on the deployed stent and was difficult to remove.
Physician inflated and deflated the balloon multiple times for 30 seconds.
Deflation issues were noted and the balloon remained stuck on the stent.
The balloon was pulled with force and crunched the distal edge of the stent.
The stent was left in place deformed and no additional treatment.
No patient complications were reported.
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