Dtsch Arztebl Int
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Acute liver failure (ALF) is a life-threatening event associated with high mortality. Currently, only estimates are available for its incidence. The aim of the study was to assess the incidence of ALF in Germany, using the accounting data of the largest statutory health insurance company, which represents 26.5 million people. ⋯ The incidence of ALF was higher than previously estimated for Germany, with only a very low rate of LT despite high mortality. When extrapolating ny, it must be borne in mind that those insured by the company concerned do not represent a valid sample.
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Observational Study
The Association Between Orthogeriatric Co-Management and Mortality Following Hip Fracture.
To meet the special needs of older patients with fragility fractures, models for collaborative orthogeriatric care have been developed. The objective of our study was to analyze the association of orthogeriatric co-management with mortality following hip fracture in older patients in Germany. ⋯ A multidisciplinary orthogeriatric approach is associated with lower mortality and a longer index stay in hospital after hip fracture.