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Comparing Bibliometric Analysis Using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science Databases
Published on: October 24, 2019
Managing large-volume literature searches in research synthesis studies
Nancy L Havill1, Jennifer Leeman1, Julia Shaw-Kokot1
1University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Nursing, Chapel Hill, NC.
Background:
Systematic reviews typically require searching for, retrieving, and screening a large volume of literature, yet little guidance is available on how to manage this volume.
Purpose:
We detail methods used to search for and manage the yield of relevant citations for a mixed-methods, mixed research synthesis study focused on the intersection between family life and childhood chronic physical conditions.
Methods:
We designed inclusive search strings and searched nine bibliographic databases to identify relevant research regardless of methodological origin. We customized searches to individual databases, developed work-arounds for transferring large volumes of citations and eliminating duplicate citations using reference management software, and used this software as a portal to select citations for inclusion or exclusion. We identified 67,555 citations, retrieved and screened 3,617 reports, and selected 800 reports for inclusion.
Discussion/Conclusions:
Systematic reviews require search procedures to allow consistent and comprehensive approaches and the ability to work around technical obstacles.
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