Cochrane

//"//The Cochrane Library contains high-quality, independent evidence to inform healthcare decision-making. It includes reliable evidence from Cochrane and other systematic reviews, clinical trials, and more. Cochrane reviews bring you the combined results of the world’s best medical research studies, and are recognised as the gold standard in evidence-based health care."

-- description from the //Cochrane Library// **Searching //Cochrane//** - Step by Step 1. Browse or search to find reviews


 * Browsing by topic will guide you through subject areas covered by Cochrane reviews.
 * Tip: Another good way to browse Cochrane reviews is //By Review Group//. Click "Other Browse Options," then select "Topics by Cochrane Review Group."

2. Understanding search result lists
 * The default display will show results from the //Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews//. You may find items of interest in the other available result lists, but those citations are not directly linked to full text.


 * Items at the top of your result list are **NOT** necessarily the most recent reviews, but they are the most relevant based on your keyword search.
 * You can sort your results by **//Year//** (click the link in the upper right corner of your result list), but this option may display less relevant results.



3. Understanding Cochrane Reviews
 * Click the highlighted citation to view more information about the review. Use the tabs to navigate through sections of the review, or select other view options.


 * Cochrane Reviews are updated and changed if/when new evidence is established. Be sure to use the appropriate citation information for the reviews you select for your research.
 * Click here for information about dates and statuses.

4. Citation follow-up
 * To find articles containing original research documented in a Cochrane review, use Journal Finder. Type in the title of the journal from the cited reference to determine access to full text through Ursuline Library databases.

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About the Cochrane Library:

 * What is a systematic review? What is a Cochrane Review?
 * What is the Cochrane Collaboration?