| 1 | He suddenly had an attack of the hiccups. | |
| 2 | Two hours later his hiccups recurred, and then resolved after 36 hours. | |
| 3 | On day 3 he developed singultus requiring chlorpromazine . | |
| 4 | Conclusions Acupuncture is an effective way to treat hiccups after abdominal surgery. | |
| 5 | Conclusion Acupoint injection is one of effective therapies for hiccups after abdominal operation. |