Algorithmic indexing in MEDLINE frequently overlooks important concepts and may compromise literature search results.

Objective: To evaluate the appropriateness of indexing of algorithmically-indexed MEDLINE records. Methods: We assessed the conceptual appropriateness of Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) used to index a sample of MEDLINE records from February and March 2023. Indexing was performed by the Medical Text...

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Published in:Journal of the Medical Library Association Vol. 113; no. 1; pp. 39 - 49
Main Authors: Amar-Zifkin, Alexandre, Ekmekjian, Taline, Paquet, Virginie, Landry, Tara
Format: research tables/charts Journal Article
Published: University of Pittsburgh, University Library System Jan2025
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