Carotid Auscultation
November 28th, 2019
Overview
How to Perform
- Auscultate within the triangle bound by the mandible, sternocleidomastoid and thyroid cartilage. Ask the patient to hold their breath.
Interpretation
- Hum - low, constant murmurNormal jugular venous hum
- Bruit - abnormal systolic sound (turbulent flow)Carotid stenosis, transmitted murmur of aortic stenosis
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