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Perusing the literature via citation links

M L Pao1

  • 1School of Information and Library Studies, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor 48109-1092.

Computers and Biomedical Research, an International Journal
|April 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Citation searching, an alternative to MEDLINE, effectively finds additional relevant research. This method retrieves valuable materials with minimal extra effort, proving useful across disciplines.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Informatics
  • Information Science

Background:

  • MEDLINE is a primary tool for clinical and research information retrieval.
  • Complementary search strategies are essential for comprehensive literature reviews.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the utility of citation searching as a complementary strategy to MEDLINE.
  • To quantify the additional relevant materials identified through citation searching.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of 89 literature searches incorporating citation searching.
  • Assessment of additional relevant items retrieved per search.

Main Results:

  • Citation searching yielded an average of 24% more relevant materials per topic.
  • 85% of searches identified at least one additional relevant item.
  • 42% of searches retrieved fewer than 7 additional items, with half deemed useful.

Conclusions:

  • Citation searching is an effective complementary strategy to MEDLINE.
  • This method is particularly beneficial for interdisciplinary research and rapidly evolving fields.
  • The online citation index offers rapid retrieval crucial for time-sensitive specialties.

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