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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 90% stenosed target lesion was located in the moderately tortuous and moderately calcified radial vein.A 5.0mmx100mmx80cm (4f) sterling balloon catheter was advanced for dilation.However, during initial inflation at 8 atmospheres for 10 seconds, balloon ruptured in the part slightly before the middle part.The device was removed and the procedure was completed with a different device.There were no patient complications nor injuries reported and the patient status was good.
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