Bruit, also called vascular murmur, [3] is the abnormal sound generated by turbulent flow of blood in an artery due to either an area of partial obstruction or a localized high rate of blood flow through an …

A carotid bruit is a clinical sign that your healthcare provider may notice during a routine physical exam. The sound of a carotid bruit may indicate that your carotid artery is narrowed due to plaque buildup.

Dec 27, 2024 · A bruit (pronounced “brew-ee”) is an abnormal sound heard over an artery that signifies turbulent blood flow. While the heart produces the typical “lub-dub” sounds, arteries generally do not …

Nov 15, 2025 · A bruit is an abnormal sound heard by a healthcare provider using a stethoscope over a blood vessel. It is often described as a whooshing or swishing sound, which signifies a change in the …

Aug 11, 2025 · A bruit (pronounced “broo-ee”) is an abnormal, blowing or whooshing sound heard over an artery or vascular channel, typically detected with a stethoscope. This sound arises from turbulent …

The English noun bruit is now considered archaic, apart from a medical sense that is pronounced like the French word and refers to one of the abnormal sounds heard on auscultation.

Oct 2, 2025 · A bruit is the sound of blood flowing through a narrowed portion of an artery. The sound means that the blood flow may be partially blocked; artery blockage is most often due to …

A bruit in an artery indicates turbulent blood flow, which raises the risk of clot formation. This turbulence can cause blood cells to aggregate, potentially leading to partial or complete artery blockages.

A bruit is an abnormal, turbulent blood flow sound that can be detected using a stethoscope during a physical examination. This distinctive sound is often described as a blowing, swooshing, or …

A bruit is an abnormal auscultatory sound produced by turbulent blood flow within an artery or arteriovenous structure, often due to stenosis, aneurysm, or arteriovenous malformation (AVM).