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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The patient presented with peripheral arterial disease.The 75% stenosed target lesion was located in the mildly tortuous and severely calcified iliac artery.A 7.0 x 20, 75cm mustang balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during the first inflation at 8 atmospheres for 10 seconds, the balloon ruptured and a pinhole was noted in the center part of the balloon.The device was completely 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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