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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 90% stenosed target lesion was located in the mildly tortuous and severely calcified superficial femoral artery.A 4.0 x 100, 135cm mustang balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during initial inflation at 10 atmospheres for 10 seconds, the balloon ruptured.The device was removed, and the procedure was completed with a different device.There were no patient complications nor injuries reported, and the patient was in good condition after the procedure.
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