asphyxia

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The autopsy determined he died from asphyxia after aspirating his own vomit, and that his death was accidental.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 12, 2025

A cause of death for Liliwen was given as asphyxia or a lack of oxygen during birth.

From BBC • Jul. 8, 2025

In a statement read to the inquest jury, Home Office pathologist Dr Jennifer Bolton said Leah died from "traumatic asphyxia", but had "no natural disease".

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2025

Among the states that responded, 10 said they did not require positional asphyxia training and 20 states said they do include that training.

From Seattle Times • May 14, 2024

The department is also called upon in case of street accidents, falling buildings, asphyxia in sewers, etc.

From Paris From the Earliest Period to the Present Day; Volume 2 by Walton, William