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The characteristics of “Severe” complications (N=37).
| Characteristic | Results, n (%) |
| Potentially life-threatening | 34 (92) |
| Consequential or long-standing impact on the patient | 31 (84) |
| Notable amount of intervention required | 26 (70) |
| Extended length of stay | 25 (68) |
| With sustained relevance and life-limiting | 25 (68) |
| Severely debilitating | 21 (57) |
| Lasting 3 months to 1 year | 7 (19) |
| Notable or long-standing impact on institution | 5 (14) |
| Uncommon | 2 (5) |
