It was reported that access was gained from the right fa (femoral artery) for crossover approach.The physician advanced the wire guide to the desired lesion and then attempted to dilate with another manufacturer's balloon.The physician then attempted to inflate the advance 14 lp low profile balloon catheter by applying 12-14 atm (atmospheres), but it ruptured.It was further noted that the patient's lesion was partially calcified.Another manufacturer's device was used for the "evt" procedure, and there were no reported serious injuries to the patient as a result of the product problem.
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