Eli5: What exactly happens when an elderly person dies in their sleep?

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If the cause of death is some organ failure, what triggers at the celluar level?

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That’s an interesting question. When someone passes away in their sleep, it’s often due to the body naturally shutting down as a result of aging or underlying health conditions. At the cellular level, the organs may stop functioning properly, leading to a lack of oxygen or blood flow to vital tissues. It’s a complex process, but our bodies have their own way of letting go when the time comes.

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