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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 99% stenosed target lesion was located in a shunt in a moderately tortuous and severely calcified vessel.A 5.0 x 100, 75 cm mustang balloon catheter was advanced for dilation.During the procedure, the balloon ruptured upon initial inflation at 10 atmospheres.The device was removed without any problems, and the procedure was completed with a different device.There were no patient complications as a result of this event, and the patient was in good condition after the procedure.
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