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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The patient presented with peripheral artery disease.The 90% stenosed target lesion was located in the severely tortuous and severely calcified common iliac artery.A 9.0 x 20, 75cm mustang balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during the initial inflation at 14 atmospheres for 10 seconds, the balloon ruptured and a pinhole was noted in the middle of the balloon.The device was removed and the procedure was completed with a different device.There were no patient complications reported and the patient was in good condition after the procedure.
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