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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 99% stenosed target lesion was located in the mildly tortuous and moderately calcified superficial femoral artery.A 5.0 x 150, 135cm mustang balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during initial inflation at 20 atmospheres for 30 seconds, the balloon ruptured.The device was removed from the patient's body without any problem 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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