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Database Searching: Searching Tutorial-Embase

Medical databases are organized collections of health data, stored electronically and accessible from a computer. Each serves a unique function, yet most are integrated and work together.

Conducting a Literature Search in Embase

Embase

It should be noted that the Embase database does not use the Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) to classify the articles in its database according to subject. Instead Embase utilizes Emtree, and you can check out the link here to learn the differences between MeSH and Emtree. 

A Comparison of Emtree® and MeSH®

It should be noted that the Embase database does not use the Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) to classify the articles in its database according to subject. Instead Embase utilizes Emtree, and you can check out the link here to learn the differences between MeSH and Emtree.