Prolonged hiccups induced by renal infarction: a case report

ConclusionHiccups can be induced by various clinical conditions. It is hypothesized that the inflammation of the right kidney infarction stimulated the diaphragm and induced prolonged hiccups in this patient; this theory is supported by the computed tomography images. This case report shows that internal organ diseases irritating the diaphragm can cause hiccups, and renal disease should be considered in patients with prolonged hiccups.
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research