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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The target lesion was located in the severely calcified anterior tibial artery.A 2.5mm x 40mm x 145cm coyote es balloon catheter was advanced for dilation, however, upon inflation the balloon ruptured due to calcification.The procedure was completed with a different device.No patient complications were reported and the patients status was stable.Device evaluated by mfr: returned product consisted of a coyote es balloon catheter.The shaft, hypotube, tip and balloon were microscopically and visually examined.There was contrast inflation lumen and balloon.The balloon was loosely folded.There was a 1.5cm longitudinal tear in the balloon starting at the proximal end of the balloon.Inspection of the device presented no other damage or irregularities.
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