A catheter device for treating a vascular disease is provided. The
catheter device includes an energy delivery device such as an optical
fiber for delivering laser energy and a catheter. The catheter lumen
receives the optical fiber and a fluid such as an anesthetic agent or
vasoconstricting agent. According to the invention, a plurality of exits
are formed in the sidewall of the catheter. The exits are in
communication with the catheter lumen and administer the fluid into the
blood vessel. By administering the fluid from within the catheter lumen,
the present catheter device eliminates the need to make numerous external
punctures to deliver fluid injections.