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A member asked:

Is it possible that a 'bruit' be detected in the neck arterey cause a stroke?

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Yes, can happen: If the bruit is secondary to carotid stenosis, there is a very high risk of stroke, and this needs to be addressed without delay.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 8/17/2016

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Carotid disease: Should be followed by your pcp, may need carotid doppler. Bruit is s "noise heard with a stethoscope, usually indicating some type of narrowing of vessel.

Answered 8/17/2016

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