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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 95% stenosed target lesion was located in the severely tortuous and severely calcified superficial femoral artery.A 6.0 x 100mm, 135cm ranger balloon catheter was advanced for dilation.During first inflation at 6 atmospheres for 5 seconds, the balloon ruptured in a pinhole form at the center.The device was removed using normal method without issue and the procedure was completed with another of the same device.There were no patient complications as a result of this event.
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