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.

Aug 16, 2025 · A bruit (pronounced “broo-ee”) is an abnormal sound heard during a medical examination, typically indicating turbulent blood flow within an artery. This sound is distinct …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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).

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 …

Aug 5, 2025 · A bruit is an unusual sound heard over an artery, representing an auditory phenomenon within the circulatory system. This sound is often detected during a medical …

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 …

Distinguishing vascular malformations from other conditions that present as congestive heart failure relies on a high index of suspicion and the presence of an audible bruit over the …