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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 vessel below the knee.A 2.0mm x 220mm x 150cm coyote balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during first inflation at 7 atmospheres for 2 seconds, the balloon ruptured near the balloon shoulder.The device was removed, and a pinhole was noted.The procedure was completed with a different device.No patient injuries reported, and the patient condition was good post-procedure.
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