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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The patient presented with peripheral arterial disease.The 100% stenosed target lesion was located in the moderately tortuous and severely calcified superficial femoral artery.A 6.0 x 200, 135cm mustang balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during the first inflation at 20 atmospheres for less than 30 seconds, the balloon ruptured.The procedure was completed with a different device.There were no patient complications nor injuries reported.
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