1. Cutting balloon-associated hemodialysis fistula rupture after failed standard balloon angioplasty 
R. Murakami, H. Tajima, S. Kumita 
Kidney International 
Volume 70, Issue 5, (September 2006)
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2. Figure 1
Initial fistulogram shows stenosis previously identified by duplex examination.
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3. Figure 2
Waisting of a standard angioplasty balloon is evident, despite high-pressure inflation.
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4. Figure 3
After dilatation of the cutting balloon, the fistulogram shows successful dilatation but with contrast extravasation.
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5. Figure 4
Tamponade with a standard balloon is successful, and the fistula remains patent.
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