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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 87% stenosed target lesion was located in the mildly tortuous and mildly calcified vessel.A 16-6/5.8/75 xxl esophageal balloon catheter was advanced to dilate a previously placed venous stent.However, on the first inflation at 5 atmospheres for few seconds, the balloon ruptured.There were no fragments left inside the patient and the device was removed successfully.The procedure was completed with a non-boston scientific balloon.No patient complications were reported.
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