ICD-11 definition : Hiccough are repeated involuntary spasms of the diaphragm followed by sudden closure
of the glottis, which checks the inflow of air and causes the characteristic sound.
Transient episodes are very common. Persistent ( 2 days) and intractable ( 1 mo)
Hiccough are uncommon but quite distressing.;
ICD-11 synonym : singultus; finding of hiccoughs; hiccup; spasm of diaphragm; observation of hiccoughs;
Hiccough are repeated involuntary spasms of the diaphragm followed by sudden closure
of the glottis, which checks the inflow of air and causes the characteristic sound.
Transient episodes are very common. Persistent ( 2 days) and intractable ( 1 mo)
Hiccough are uncommon but quite distressing.