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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 68% stenosed target lesion was located in the mildly to moderately tortuous right common and external iliac artery.An 16-6/5.8/75 xxl esophageal balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during the first inflation at 5 atmospheres for 15-20 seconds, the balloon ruptured.The device was removed intact from the patient and the procedure was completed with another 16x6x75 xxl esophageal balloon catheter.There were no complications nor injuries reported.
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