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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 99% stenosed target lesion was located in the moderately tortuous and severely calcified common iliac artery.A 6.0 x 40, 135cm mustang? balloon was advanced for dilation.However, during the second inflation at 10 atmospheres for 10 seconds, the balloon ruptured.The device was removed 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 post-procedure.
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