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asphyxia

[as-fik-see-uh] / æsˈfɪk si ə /


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Medical evidence heard during the new inquests stated that the victims who died from asphyxia at Hillsborough were likely to have been subjected to pressure that waxed and waned.

From BBC Feb. 7, 2026

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

In nearly 100 cases, AP identified documents that showed whether officers had training in or otherwise knew the risk of positional asphyxia.

From Seattle Times May 14, 2024

These results highlight the need for early genetic testing in children with cerebral palsy, especially those with risk factors like birth asphyxia, to ensure they receive the right medical care and treatment.

From Science Daily May 7, 2024

When small doses were repeated several times, the respiratory movements were gradually retarded, and asphyxia set in through paralysis of the centre.

From On Snake-Poison: its Action and its Antidote by Mueller, A.




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