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Chart from Oregon ‘Death with Dignity Act’ 2021 report 5
| Characteristics | 2021 | 2020 | 1998–2019 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (N=238) | (N=259) | (N=1,662) | (N=2,159) | |
| Complications 8 | (N=238) | (N=259) | (N=1,662) | (N=2,159) |
| Difficulty ingesting/regurgitated | 5 | 3 | 30 | 38 |
| Seizures | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Other | 1 | 1 | 15 | 17 |
| None | 69 | 69 | 708 | 846 |
| Unknown | 163 | 185 | 907 | 1,255 |
| Other outcomes | ||||
| Regained consciousness after ingesting DWDA medications | 1 | 0 | 8 | 9 |
