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[Planning the searches for a systematic review].

Tove Faber Frandsen¹, Mette Brandt Eriksen

¹t.faber@sdu.dk.

Ugeskrift for Laeger

|January 19, 2021

Summary

Systematic search planning is crucial for reliable research results. Developing a detailed protocol and search strategy minimizes bias and ensures comprehensive literature reviews.

Area of Science:

Information Science
Systematic Reviews

Background:

Systematic searches are vital for evidence-based research.
Minimizing bias in literature retrieval is a key challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss the essential components of planning systematic searches.
To highlight strategies for developing robust search protocols.

Main Methods:

Protocol development for systematic searches.
Selection of information sources, including bibliographic databases and grey literature.
Definition and refinement of search terms using thesauri.

Main Results:

A well-planned systematic search protocol is essential for minimizing bias.
Utilizing multiple databases and grey literature enhances comprehensiveness.

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Detailed reporting of search strategies ensures transparency and reproducibility.

Conclusions:

Effective systematic search planning requires a structured protocol.
Careful selection of information sources and search terms is paramount.
Thorough reporting of search methodology is critical for scientific integrity.