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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 100% stenosed target lesion was located in the moderately tortuous and moderately calcified superficial femoral artery and vessel below the knee.A 5.0mmx60mmx135cm sterling balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.The balloon was inflated twice at 6 atmospheres.However, during the third inflation at near 14 atmospheres for about 30 seconds, the balloon ruptured.The device was removed and the procedure was completed with a different device.There were no patient complications reported and the patient status was good post-procedure.
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