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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The patient presented with peripheral artery disease (pad).The 90% stenosed target lesion was located in the severely tortuous and severely calcified common iliac artery.A 9.0 x 40, 135cm mustang balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during initial inflation at 8 atmospheres for 5 seconds, the balloon ruptured at the proximal side.The device was removed without any problem, and a pinhole was noted.The procedure was completed with a different device.There were no patient complications nor injuries reported, and the patient condition was good post-procedure.
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