The stethoscope is an acoustic medical device for auscultation, or listening to the internal sounds of an animal or human body. It is often used to listen to [[lung]]s and [[heart (organ)|]] sounds. It is also used to listen to the [[stomach]] and [[intestines]] and blood flow in [[arteries]] and [[veins]]. In combination with a [[blood pressure monitor]], it is commonly used for measurements of blood pressure.
聴診器 听诊器