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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 90% stenosed target lesion was located in the mildly tortuous and moderately superficial femoral artery.A 5.0x150x150-hybrid otw sterling balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during initial inflation at 8 atmospheres for 10 seconds, the balloon ruptured and a pinhole was found in proximal part of the distal tip.The device was removed and the procedure was completed with a different device.There were no patient complications nor injuries reported and the patient was in good condition after the procedure.
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