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Peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) of the phrenic nerve for intractable hiccups: a novel use case report.

David S JevotovskyMichael SuarezHarman ChopraBryan J Marascalchi
Published in: Regional anesthesia and pain medicine (2024)
This novel application of phrenic nerve PNS highlights its potential as a therapeutic strategy for intractable hiccups, underscoring their pathophysiologic involvement of the diaphragm and respiratory muscles. The findings suggest that phrenic nerve PNS could offer a viable treatment option for patients unresponsive to conventional therapies, warranting further research to establish its long-term efficacy and safety.
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