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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.Vascular access was obtained via ipsilateral retrograde approach.The 90% stenosed target lesion was located in the moderately tortuous and severely calcified common iliac artery.After a guidewire was crossed the lesion, an 8.0 x 20, 75cm mustang balloon catheter was advanced for dilation.However, during inflation at 14 atmospheres for 30 seconds, the balloon ruptured.The device was removed and replaced with another 8.0 x 20, 75cm mustang balloon catheter which also ruptured during first inflation at 14 atmospheres for 30 seconds.The device was removed from the patient.The procedure was completed with a 7mm mustang balloon catheter and placement of a non-bsc device.There were no patient complications nor injuries reported.The patient condition was good.
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