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Managing persistent hiccups in advanced cancer 1: physiology.
- Source :
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Nursing times [Nurs Times] 2008 Aug 26-Sep 1; Vol. 104 (34), pp. 24-5. - Publication Year :
- 2008
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Abstract
- This is the first in a two-part unit on persistent hiccups in advanced cancer. It discusses the incidence, causes, physiology and adverse effects of hiccups. Persistent hiccups are a rare occurrence in patients with advanced forms of cancer. However, when they do occur, they can have a significant impact on patients' quality of life.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0954-7762
- Volume :
- 104
- Issue :
- 34
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Nursing times
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 18780670