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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 75% stenosed target lesion was located in a shunt in a moderately tortuous and severely calcified vessel.A 6.0mmx40mmx40cm (4f) sterling balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during the initial inflation at 6 atmospheres for 10 seconds, the balloon ruptured.The device was removed, and the procedure was completed with another of same device.No patient complications were reported, and the patient was in good condition after the procedure.
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