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Figure 2 Difference Between Compliant and Noncompliant Balloons During High-Pressure Inflation

Bench test showing the different profile between a noncompliant balloon (A) and a semi-compliant stent delivery balloon (B) during high-pressure (>14 atm) inflation. The semi-compliant balloon demonstrates a "dog bone" effect at the edge of the cylinder that can damage the vessel wall in vivo.