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It was reported that the balloon ruptured.A pta 5.0mm x 80mm, 135cm ranger paclitaxel-coated pta balloon catheter was selected for use to treat the ostial superficial femoral artery stenosis for peripheral arterial disease.The procedure was being performed to treat 100% stenosis, and the target lesion contained calcification and severe tortuosity.The physician inserted the catheter, and upon treatment of the area, the balloon ruptured with a single inflation for 5-10 seconds.The catheter was removed as intended with no fragments left inside the patient.The procedure was able to be completed successfully using a 5mm x 60mm x 135mm ranger device.There were no patient complications.
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