Patent ID: 6258032
Filing Date: 2001-07-10
Classification: A61B,A61K

Abstract:
A method of operating a titration system for the treatment of chronic noncardiac diseases comprising vasospasm or other symptom alleviatable by smooth muscle relaxation, said system comprising a flow device and a dosage device and said method comprising in combination:a) operating the flow device to measure blood flow in at least one area,b) applying the dosage device for administering a first dosage of a vasodilator,c) operating the flow device for remeasuring blood flow, and; d) reapplying the dosage device to administer an adjusted further dosage of a vasodilator, the further dosage being adjusted in response to said remeasured blood flow,e) repeating the operation of said system over a period of days while titrating said dosage according to still further measurements of blood flow to maintain optimal blood flow velocity.