Locating sex-specific evidence on clinical questions in MEDLINE: a search filter for use on OvidSP.

Background: Many recently published clinical studies report sex-specific data. This information may help to improve clinical decision-making for both sexes, but it is not easily accessible in MEDLINE. The aim of this project was to develop and validate a search filter that would facilitate the retrieval of studies reporting high quality sex-specific data on clinical questions.

Standardization of search methods for guideline development: an international survey of evidence-based guideline development groups.

Background: Effective literature searching is particularly important for clinical practice guideline development. Sophisticated searching and filtering mechanisms are needed to help ensure that all relevant research is reviewed.

Purpose: To assess the methods used for the selection of evidence for guideline development by evidence-based guideline development organizations.