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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.Cannulation of the superficial femoral artery by femoral sheath 6fr was performed.The 50% stenosed target lesion was located in the non-tortuous and moderately calcified interior tibial artery.After a using 0.018 v18 guidewire crossed the lesion, a 2.5x220x150 sterling balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, after initial inflation at 4 atmospheres for 5 seconds, the balloon ruptured.The procedure was completed with another of same balloon with successful angioplasty done.There were no patient complications reported and patient status was stable.
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