Computer-based clinical knowledge system

摘要

A method of identifying an evidence-based answer to a clinical question is provided. The method is comprised of electronically searching a plurality of scientific publications to yield an answer. The answer comprises search results, at least 10% of said results comprise a randomized controlled trial. The method produces at least 10% of results of a broad search having an evidence level of at least 3. The method produces at least 10% of results of a focused search having an evidence level of at least 1. The method produces usefulness of search results is at least 10 points higher compared to a standard MEDLINE/PubMed search.