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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 100% stenosed target lesion was located in the moderately tortuous and severely calcified left superficial femoral artery.A 4.0 x 40, 135cm mustang balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during the first inflation at 10 atmospheres for 10 seconds, the balloon ruptured.The device was removed and was found to be vertically split in the middle of the balloon.The procedure was completed with another of the same device.There were no patient complications reported and the patient was good post procedure.
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