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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 99% stenosed target lesion was located in the severely tortuous and severely calcified superficial femoral artery.A 5.0 x 40, 135cm mustang balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during the second inflation at 6 atmospheres for 20 seconds, the balloon ruptured in the front part.The device was removed and the procedure was completed with a different device.There were no patient complications reported and the patient condition was good.
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