Annales françaises d'anesthèsie et de rèanimation
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To analyse the current knowledge based on the experimental and clinical research studies focused on cardiopulmonary resuscitation. ⋯ The last international 2005 guidelines include significant modifications of CPR. However, many questions remain unresolved and controlled studies are still needed before other changes could be recommended for routine practice. Our greatest challenge and highest priority is the training of lay rescuers and healthcare providers in simple, high-quality CPR skills that can be easily taught, remembered, and implemented to save lives.