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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 external iliac artery.A 7.0mmx20mmx135cm (4f) sterling balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during initial inflation at 8 atmospheres for 15 seconds, the balloon ruptured at its middle part and was vertically separated.The device was removed using the normal method and the procedure was completed with a different device.There were no patient complications nor injuries reported and the patient was in good condition post-procedure.
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