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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 moderately tortuous and severely calcified popliteal artery.A 6.0mm x 20mm x 135cm sterling balloon catheter was advanced for dilation.However, during the first inflation at 6 atmospheres for 5 seconds, the balloon ruptured.The device was removed and the procedure was completed with a different device.No patient complications were reported, and the patient was in good condition post-procedure.
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