What is Cochrane search strategy?

Cochrane Reviews take a systematic and comprehensive approach to identifying studies that meet the eligibility criteria for the review. All authors of systematic reviews should, however, identify an experienced medical/healthcare librarian or information specialist to provide support for the search process.

How do you create a search strategy for a Cochrane review?

These are the steps required when developing a comprehensive search strategy for a systematic review:

  1. Formulate the research question.
  2. Identify the key concepts.
  3. Develop search terms – free-text terms.
  4. Develop search terms – controlled vocabulary terms.
  5. Search fields.
  6. Phrase searching, wildcards and proximity operators.

What are the basic steps for developing a search strategy?

Research Process :: Step by Step

  1. Introduction.
  2. Step 1: Develop a Topic. Select Topic. Identify Keywords.
  3. Step 2: Locate Information. Search Strategy. Books.
  4. Step 3: Evaluate Information. Evaluate Sources.
  5. Step 4: Write. Organize / Take Notes.
  6. Step 5: Cite Sources. Citation Styles.
  7. Step 6: Legal / Ethical Use. Copyright.

What is Cochrane search engine?

The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (CDSR) is the leading journal and database for systematic reviews in health care. CDSR (ISSN 1469-493X) is owned and produced by Cochrane, a global, independent network of researchers, professionals, patients, carers, and people interested in health.

Why should I use Cochrane Library?

The Cochrane Library is the most authoritative and up to date source of evidence based information and can help clinicians make decisions about appropriate and effective health care. It brings together in one place research which looks at the effectiveness of different health care treatments and interventions.

How do you write a search strategy?

Pro Tip – Talk to your librarian and do it early!

  1. Decide where to search. It’s important to come up with a comprehensive list of sources to search so that you don’t miss anything potentially relevant.
  2. Write and refine the search.
  3. Run and record the search.
  4. Manage the search results.

Is Cochrane Library reliable?

Our experience confirms that most Cochrane reviews are of a good standard. This is a considerable achievement, especially given the unpaid and voluntary nature of the work. The regularly updated electronic publication and the comments and criticisms facility offer great advantages.

How do you use a Boolean in Cochrane?

Combining Searches Using Boolean Operators Boolean operators are used to combine search terms. In Cochrane, you can use the operators AND, OR, and NOT. Go to the “Search Manager” page to combine searches.

How do I use the Cochrane Library for research?

A comprehensive and systematic search of the Cochrane Library includes both controlled vocabulary and keyword terms (i.e. free text, natural language, and synonyms). Boolean operators are used to combine search terms. In Cochrane, you can use the operators AND, OR, and NOT. Boolean operators MUST be used as upper case (AND, OR, NOT).

How do I combine searches in Cochrane?

Go to the “Search Manager” page to combine searches. This is where your search history is located during your search session, and the plus and minus icons on the left side of the screen allow you to add/remove searches. To save searches and access your search history, sign up for a Cochrane account by clicking here.

What is the Cochrane highly sensitive search strategy?

The first Cochrane Highly Sensitive Search Strategy for identifying randomized trials in MEDLINE was designed by Carol Lefebvre and published in 1994 (Dickersin 1994). This strategy was subsequently published in the Handbook and has been adapted and updated as necessary over time.

How do I search for keywords in Cochrane?

In Cochrane, keywords should be entered in the “ Search” tab Use quotes around all phrases to ensure that the phrase is searched instead of each word individually. (e.g. “public health”) For more possible search terms, visit the MeSH database and look at the “entry terms” listed for each MeSH record.

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