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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 70% stenosed target lesion was located in the moderately calcified coronary artery.A 10mmx3.50mm wolverine cutting balloon was selected for percutaneous coronary intervention.After insertion and trying to inflate the balloon at 1 atm per second, it was noted that the balloon leaked and had a hole in it.The balloon was removed, and the procedure was completed with another of the same device.The patient was stable following the procedure.No patient complications were reported as a result of this event.
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