In medical terminology, CB commonly refers to carotid bruit.
Here's a breakdown of what that means, along with other potential meanings of "CB" in a medical context:
Meaning of CB
- Carotid Bruit: According to OpenMD.com, CB can stand for carotid bruit. A carotid bruit is an abnormal sound heard when listening to the carotid artery with a stethoscope. It often indicates a narrowing or obstruction in the artery, potentially due to plaque buildup (atherosclerosis).
Other possible meanings using "C"
Here's a table illustrating other medical terms starting with "C" from the provided reference:
Abbreviation | Meaning |
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C | Carbon [element]; Cytosine; Contact; Calorie; Celsius |
CBC | Complete Blood Count |
CBD | Common Bile Duct; Cannabidiol |
CBE | Charting by Exception; Clinical Breast Exam |