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The characteristics of “Moderate” complications (N=37).
| Characteristic | Results, n (%) |
| Some effect on overall length of stay | 23 (62) |
| Acutely important but less clinical consequence long-term | 22 (59) |
| Some intervention required | 22 (59) |
| Some effect on final outcome | 20 (54) |
| Moderately debilitating | 19 (51) |
| Limited impact on patient | 18 (49) |
| Lasting 1 month to 3 months | 4 (11) |
| Less common | 4 (11) |
| Limited impact on institution | 4 (11) |
