Complications of choking, which often develop quickly (in as few as 4 minutes) and may cause death, include the following: 1  Brain damage (caused by reduced blood flow to the brain resulting in a lack of oxygen). 2  Collapsed lung (may occur when air flow through one of the bronchi is completely obstructed).
Smithfield, Illinois. Smithfield is a village in Fulton County, Illinois, United States. The population was 230 at the 2010 census. The village is named in honor of Dr. Joseph N. Smith.
âWe chose Saint Lukeâs.â. Saint Lukeâs North HospitalâBarry Road opened in 1989 as the first and only hospital serving Platte County. Between our Barry Road and Smithville campuses, Saint Lukeâs offers 159 patient beds and more than 20 specialized health care services. Learn more about our awards and recognition.