What Are Adventitious Breath Sounds

Adventitious sounds refer to sounds that are heard in addition to the expected breath sounds mentioned above. The most commonly heard adventitious sounds include crackles, rhonchi, and wheezes.

What do adventitious breath sounds mean?

Adventitious breath sounds are abnormal lung sounds heard in the chest, typically with a stethoscope. They can provide clues that help diagnose pulmonary (relating to the lungs) or heart diseases.

Are adventitious breath sounds normal?

The presence of adventitious lung sounds often indicates a pulmonary disorder, although they can also be present in healthy people.