Method and system for evaluating vertebrobasilar disease

Details Method and system for evaluating vertebrobasilar disease Method and system for evaluating vertebrobasilar disease

2011-03-08

2011-03-08

Casler, Brian (Department: 3737)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation

C600S410000, C600S411000, C600S504000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07904136

ABSTRACT:
A method and system are disclosed for evaluating symptomatic vertebrobasilar disease VBD which uses quantitative hemodynamic assessment in order to identify patients at high risk for stroke and provide appropriate guidance for intervention. Patients with symptomatic VBD may be considered for intervention to provide blood flow augmentation if evidence of sufficient flow compromise is present as defined by specific flow criteria, and treated medically otherwise.

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