It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 90% stenosed target lesion was located in moderately tortuous and severely calcified left anterior descending artery.A 2.50mm x 12mm nc emerge balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during the initial inflation at 12 atmospheres, the balloon was ruptured.The device was removed without any additional intervention being required but some resistance was encountered.The procedure was not completed due to the same device being unavailable.No patient complications were reported.
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