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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 99% stenosed target lesion was located in the moderately tortuous and moderately calcified right common iliac artery.After inserting a non-boston scientific (bsc) introducer sheath from the left brachial artery, a non-bsc guidewire was used to cross the lesion.A 8.0 x 40, 135cm mustang balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during the first inflation at 10 atmospheres for 10 seconds, the balloon ruptured.The device was removed and the procedure was completed with a different device.No patient complications were reported and the patient was in good condition post procedure.
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