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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The patient presented with a renal hypertension and underwent percutaneous transluminal renal angioplasty procedure.The 100% stenosed target lesion was located in the severely tortuous and severely calcified left renal artery.A 4mm x 20mm x 144cm coyote es balloon catheter was advanced for dilation.During the procedure, upon the first inflation at 8 atmospheres for 10 seconds, the balloon ruptured.A balloon pinhole was noted.The procedure was completed with another of the same device.There were no complications reported, and patient was in good condition after the procedure.
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