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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 99% stenosed target lesion was located in the moderately tortuous and severely calcified superficial femoral artery.A 5.0x150x90-hybrid sterling balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during the first inflation at 4 atmospheres for 15 seconds, the balloon ruptured at around 5cm at the tip vertically.The device was removed, and the procedure was completed with a different device.There were no patient complications reported and the patient status was in good condition.
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