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Searching bibliographic databases effectively.

J E Eyers1

  • 1London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, UK.

Health Policy and Planning
|August 5, 1998
PubMed
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Mastering bibliographic database searching is crucial for health research. This guide covers database construction, search planning, and the pros and cons of thesaurus versus natural language searching for effective information retrieval.

Area of Science:

  • Health Sciences
  • Medical Informatics
  • Information Science

Background:

  • Effective bibliographic database searching is a fundamental skill for health researchers.
  • Understanding database construction is key to optimizing search strategies.
  • Navigating health and medicine databases requires specific knowledge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline essential steps in planning and executing effective database searches in health.
  • To discuss the construction of bibliographic databases.
  • To compare the advantages and limitations of thesaurus and natural language (textword) searching.

Main Methods:

  • Discussion of database construction principles.
  • Explanation of search planning methodologies.

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  • Comparative analysis of thesaurus-based and natural language (textword) search techniques.

    • Main Results:

    • Bibliographic databases are constructed using specific methodologies.
    • Effective searching involves careful planning and execution.
    • Both thesaurus and natural language (textword) searching offer distinct advantages and limitations.

    Conclusions:

    • Proficiency in database searching enhances research capabilities in health.
    • Understanding search techniques improves information retrieval accuracy and efficiency.
    • A curated list of health and medicine databases is provided for practical application.