Dtsch Arztebl Int
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Acute appendicitis is the most common cause of the acute abdomen, with an incidence of 1 per 1000 persons per year. It is one of the main differential diagnoses of unclear abdominal conditions. ⋯ Conservative treatment is being performed more frequently, but the current state of the evidence does not justify a change of the standard therapy from surgery to conservative treatment.
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Data supporting decision-making regarding cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in German nursing homes is insufficient. ⋯ CPR can lead to a good neurological outcome in rare cases even when carried out in a nursing home. The large percentage of CPR attempts that were initiated only after a delay indicates that nursing home staff may often be uncertain how to proceed. Uncertainty among caregivers points to a potential for advance care planning.