Sterling™ H74939031504010Recalls & reported problems
Boston Scientific Corporation · PTA Balloon Dilatation Catheter · Class 2
All models of Sterling (153)
Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
Quick summary
This Boston Scientific Sterling balloon catheter is a thin tube with a balloon used to widen narrowed arteries. All 128 reports are malfunctions, with no injuries or deaths; most describe the balloon bursting when inflated, with a different device used to finish the procedure. No recalls name this device.
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- Adverse event reports
- 128
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 128 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 08714729757146), received between Sep 25, 2018 and Apr 2, 2026 — classified as 128 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Material Rupture” (124 reports).
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 18, 2026.
Reports received per month
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Material Rupture124
- Entrapment of Device2
- Deflation Problem1
- Material Deformation1
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions83
- No Consequences Or Impact To Patient45
Recent adverse event reports
The 25 most recent of 128 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionApr 2, 2026Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 90% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MODERATELY TORTUOUS AND SEVERELY CALCIFIED SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. DURING THE PROCEDURE, THE BALLOON RUPTURED UPON FIRST INFLATION AT 8 ATMOSPHERES. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENT DEVICE. THERE WERE NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24763909 ↗MalfunctionMar 31, 2026Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 90% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MILDLY TORTUOUS SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. HOWEVER, DURING THE FIRST INFLATION AT 14 ATMOSPHERES, THE BALLOON RUPTURED. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM USING THE NORMAL METHOD, 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.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24741146 ↗MalfunctionMar 2, 2026Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 100% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE SEVERELY TORTUOUS AND MILDLY SEVERELY CALCIFIED SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. HOWEVER, DURING THE SECOND INFLATION AT 14 ATMOSPHERES FOR 10 SECONDS, THE BALLOON RUPTURED. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM USING THE NORMAL METHOD, 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.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24490511 ↗MalfunctionFeb 26, 2026Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 99% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE SEVERELY TORTUOUS AND SEVERELY CALCIFIED EXTERNAL LEFT SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. DURING FIRST INFLATION AT 6 ATMOSPHERES FOR 3 SECONDS, THE BALLOON RUPTURED FROM A PINHOLE LOCATED AT NEAR THE TIP. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED USING NORMAL METHOD WITHOUT ISSUE AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH ANOTHER OF THE SAME DEVICE. THERE WERE NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24458920 ↗MalfunctionFeb 20, 2026Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT A BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 100% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MODERATELY TORTUOUS AND SEVERELY CALCIFIED RIGHT SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. DURING THE PROCEDURE, THE BALLOON RUPTURED UPON FIRST INFLATION AT 10 ATMOSPHERES FOR APPROXIMATELY 10 SECONDS. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENT DEVICE. THERE WERE NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24403331 ↗MalfunctionFeb 20, 2026Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE SEVERELY CALCIFIED VESSEL. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. DURING THE PROCEDURE, THE BALLOON RUPTURED UPON SECOND INFLATION AT 8 ATMOSPHERES FOR 30 SECONDS. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENT DEVICE. THERE WERE NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24400555 ↗MalfunctionDec 31, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 99% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MODERATELY TORTUOUS AND SEVERELY CALCIFIED RIGHT SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0 MM X 40 MM X 135 CM STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. DURING THE PROCEDURE, THE BALLOON RUPTURED UPON SECOND INFLATION AT 6 ATMOSPHERES FOR 30 SECONDS. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENT DEVICE. THERE WERE NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23934156 ↗MalfunctionDec 1, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 90% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MODERATELY TORTUOUS AND SEVERELY CALCIFIED POPLITEAL ARTERY (SFA). A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM (4F)) STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATATION. HOWEVER, DURING THE INITIAL INFLATION AT 6 ATMOSPHERES FOR 3 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.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23678563 ↗MalfunctionDec 1, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 90% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MODERATELY TORTUOUS AND SEVERELY CALCIFIED SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY (SFA). A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATATION. HOWEVER, DURING THE INITIAL INFLATION AT 10 ATMOSPHERES FOR 2 SECONDS, THE BALLOON RUPTURED. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH ANOTHER OF SAME DEVICE. THERE WERE NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23678049 ↗MalfunctionNov 21, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT A BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 99% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MILDLY TORTUOUS AND SEVERELY CALCIFIED VESSEL IN THE FOREARM. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. DURING THE PROCEDURE, THE BALLOON RUPTURED UPON FIRST INFLATION AT 6 ATMOSPHERES. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENT DEVICE. THERE WERE NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23617632 ↗MalfunctionOct 29, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT A BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 100% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MILDLY TORTUOUS AND MILDLY CALCIFIED ILIAC ARTERY (SFA), INDICATING THAT THE PATIENT HAD CHALLENGING ANATOMY DUE TO CALCIFICATION. A 5.0MM X 40MM X 135CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATATION. DURING THE INITIAL INFLATION AT 8 ATMOSPHERES FOR APPROXIMATELY 3 SECONDS, THE BALLOON RUPTURED. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH ANOTHER OF THE SAME DEVICE. NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS WERE REPORTED, AND THE PATIENT REMAINED STABLE POST-PROCEDURE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23412176 ↗MalfunctionOct 15, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 90% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MODERATELY TORTUOUS AND MODERATELY CALCIFIED SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM STERLING MR BALLOON CATHETER WAS SELECTED FOR USE IN ENDOVASCULAR TREATMENT. DURING THE FIRST INFLATION AT 12 ATMOSPHERES FOR 30 SECONDS, THE BALLOON RUPTURED. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED USING NORMAL METHOD WITHOUT ISSUE AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENT DEVICE. THERE WERE NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23278833 ↗MalfunctionSep 19, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 95% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MILDLY TORTUOUS AND MODERATELY CALCIFIED SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0 MM X 40 MM X 135 CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. HOWEVER, DURING THE FIRST INFLATION AT 6 ATMOSPHERES, 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.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23097119 ↗MalfunctionAug 7, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 100% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MILDLY TORTUOUS AND MILDLY CALCIFIED SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATATION. DURING THE PROCEDURE, THE BALLOON RUPTURED AFTER THE FIRST INFLATION AT 6 ATMOSPHERES FOR 30 SECONDS. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH ANOTHER OF THE SAME DEVICE. THERE WERE NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22742043 ↗MalfunctionJul 9, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATATION. HOWEVER, DURING FIRST INFLATION AT 14 ATMOSPHERES FOR SEVERAL SECONDS, THE BALLOON RUPTURED. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENT DEVICE. NO PATIENT INJURIES REPORTED, AND THE PATIENT CONDITION WAS GOOD POST-PROCEDURE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22461474 ↗MalfunctionApr 3, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 95% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MODERATELY TORTUOUS AND MODERATELY CALCIFIED SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATATION. DURING THE PROCEDURE, THE BALLOON RUPTURED AFTER THE SECOND INFLATION AT 10 AND 12 ATMOSPHERES FOR 10 SECONDS. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENT DEVICE. THERE WERE NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21760693 ↗MalfunctionMar 25, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 100% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MODERATELY TORTUOUS AND SEVERELY CALCIFIED ILIAC ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. DURING THE PROCEDURE, THE BALLOON RUPTURED AFTER THE FIRST INFLATION AT 14 ATMOSPHERES FOR 10 SECONDS. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH ANOTHER OF DIFFERENT DEVICE. THERE WERE NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS REPORTED, AND THERE WERE NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21689595 ↗MalfunctionMar 10, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY (SFA). A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. HOWEVER, DURING THE FIRST INFLATION AT 6 ATMOSPHERES FOR 30 SECONDS, THE BALLOON RUPTURED. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH ANOTHER OF THE SAME DEVICE. NO COMPLICATIONS WERE REPORTED, AND THE PATIENT WAS IN GOOD CONDITION POST-PROCEDURE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21558306 ↗MalfunctionMar 7, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 100% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MODERATELY TORTUOUS AND SEVERELY CALCIFIED LEFT SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATATION. DURING THE PROCEDURE, THE BALLOON RUPTURED AFTER THE FIRST INFLATION AT 10 ATMOSPHERES FOR 5 SECONDS. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENT DEVICE. THERE WERE NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS REPORTED, AND THE PATIENT WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AFTER THE PROCEDURE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21552368 ↗MalfunctionJan 30, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 90% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN A SHUNT IN A MODERATELY TORTUOUS AND MODERATELY CALCIFIED VESSEL. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATATION. HOWEVER, DURING THE PROCEDURE, THE BALLOON RUPTURED. THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENT DEVICE. NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS WERE REPORTED, AND THE PATIENT WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AFTER THE PROCEDURE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21277612 ↗MalfunctionJan 9, 2025Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 99% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE SEVERELY TORTUOUS AND SEVERELY CALCIFIED SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. DURING THE PROCEDURE, THE MIDDLE PART OF THE BALLOON RUPTURED UPON FOURTH INFLATION AT 10 ATMOSPHERES FOR 20 SECONDS. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEMS, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENT DEVICE. NO COMPLICATIONS WERE REPORTED, AND THE PATIENT WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AFTER THE PROCEDURE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21114317 ↗MalfunctionDec 9, 2024Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 99% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MODERATELY TORTUOUS AND SEVERELY CALCIFIED SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATATION. DURING THE PROCEDURE, THE BALLOON RUPTURED AFTER THE FIRST INFLATION AT 6 ATMOSPHERES FOR 3 SECONDS. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENTDEVICE. THERE WERE NO PATIENT COMPLICATIONS REPORTED, AND THE PATIENT WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AFTER THE PROCEDURE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 20879083 ↗MalfunctionNov 18, 2024Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 100% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MILDLY TORTUOUS AND MILDLY CALCIFIED SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. DURING FIRST INFLATION AT 6 ATMOSPHERES, THE BALLOON RUPTURED. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED USING NORMAL METHOD WITHOUT ISSUE AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENT DEVICE. NO COMPLICATIONS WERE REPORTED, AND THE PATIENT WAS IN GOOD CONDITION POST PROCEDURE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 20707131 ↗MalfunctionNov 14, 2024Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 99% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MODERATELY CALCIFIED VESSEL. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. DURING THE PROCEDURE, THE BALLOON IMMEDIATELY RUPTURED UPON INITIAL INFLATION AT BELOW NOMINAL PRESSURE. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEMS, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENT DEVICE. NO COMPLICATIONS WERE REPORTED, AND THE PATIENT WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AFTER THE PROCEDURE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 20684169 ↗MalfunctionNov 12, 2024Material Rupture; Material Rupture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BALLOON RUPTURE OCCURRED. THE 99% STENOSED TARGET LESION WAS LOCATED IN THE MODERATELY TORTUOUS AND MODERATELY CALCIFIED SUPERFICIAL FEMORAL ARTERY. A 5.0MMX40MMX135CM (4F) STERLING BALLOON CATHETER WAS ADVANCED FOR DILATION. DURING THE PROCEDURE, THE BALLOON RUPTURED UPON SECOND INFLATION AT 14 ATMOSPHERES FOR 5 SECONDS. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED WITHOUT ANY PROBLEMS, AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED WITH A DIFFERENT DEVICE. NO COMPLICATIONS WERE REPORTED, AND THE PATIENT WAS IN GOOD CONDITION AFTER THE PROCEDURE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 20661854 ↗
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Sources and updates
- Device record: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026 · View this device in AccessGUDID ↗
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026 · each report above links to its original FDA record
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 18, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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