Frequency Analysis of Carotid Artery Disease
Frequency Analysis of Carotid Artery Disease
The purpose of this study is to determine if carotid artery stenosis can be detected using an
 electronic stethoscope. This study will use a commercially available electronic stethoscope
 to record carotid sounds in patients with suspected carotid artery stenosis. The presence of
 absence of abnormal vessels will be confirmed by diagnostic ultrasound as part of normal
 patient care at this institution.
Inclusion Criteria:

 -  Age 40-80

 -  Indicated for diagnostic ultrasound related to carotid artery stenosis

 Exclusion Criteria:

 -  Pregnant women

 -  Prior carotid intervention