When auscultating the abdomen, which finding would indicate collateral circulation between the portal and systemic venous systems?
A) Arterial bruit
B) Gastric rumbling
C) Renal hyperresonance
D) Venous hum

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Venous hum is associated with blood flow in the venous collaterals, as found in portal hypertension. Aortic bruit occurs during systole, whereas a venous hum is a continuous sound and softer than a bruit.

When Auscultating the Abdomen, Which Finding Would Indicate Collateral Circulation