MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -A carotid bruit is a whooshing sound your provider may hear through a stethoscope when listening to blood flow in your neck. It’s sometimes a sign of plaque buildup that’s causing one or more of your carotid arteries to narrow. These arteries carry blood to your brain.

Detailed explanation-2: -If bruits are present, you’ll typically hear them over the aorta, renal arteries, iliac arteries, and femoral arteries. The bell of the stethoscope is best for picking up bruits.

Detailed explanation-3: -A murmur is a blowing or whooshing sound that signifies turbulent blood flow often caused by a valvular defect.