The Systematic Review
1. Define and describe a Systematic Review. Systematic reviews are to some extent something that is just like how it sounds. They are actually writings that summarize research evidence for a topic ("What is a systematic review," 2001). Systematic reviews are thoughtful. They are not just summaries of existent research done by writers who can skillfully synthesize a number of articles. Rather, they are professionally done. They bring the same degree of rigor used to do the research in the first place ("What is a systematic review," 2001). The systemic review helps the reader to understand the available literature and what it all means. It is an intense review of literature, and very helpful in the scheme of things. It allows professionals to view summarized data in this unique format as opposed to searching for many article on a particular topic and perhaps discussing them with a colleague. The systemic review is something often found in the medical fields and is quite helpful to physicians and other personnel.
2. Where do you find Systematic Reviews?
There are many places one may be able to find systemic reviews. One can use general search engines like Google and perhaps happen upon a systematic review, or use ordinary libraries. One may want to utilize university libraries as well. However, there are specific search engines and places on the Internet that can help one locate a systemic review more easily. For example, one may want to use MEDLINE or the Cochrane Library or Best Evidence in order to find a specific review on a particular topic (Hunt & McKibbon, 1997). By utilizing such helpful offerings found online, one should be able to locate an appropriate systematic review.
3. What organizations conduct and publish Systematic Reviews?
Systematic reviews can of course be done by a number of or