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It was reported that a balloon rupture occurred.The 90% stenosed target lesion was located in the moderately tortuous pulmonary artery.A 5.0mm x 20mm x 135cm sterling balloon catheter was advance for dilation.During the procedure, the balloon ruptured upon second inflation at 6 atmospheres.The device was removed without any problem, and the procedure was completed with another of the same device.There was no patient complications noted as a result of this event, and the patient was in good condition after the procedure.
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