How to use the "Special" Ovid filters in Ovid databases

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OvidGO! Published on Aug 21, 2025

In this video, we discuss how to limit searches using the Special Ovid Filters. These are based on publicly available filters that have been reviewed, translated, and improved by Ovid expert searchers; each Special Ovid Filter is also fully referenced.

For more information, visit the Special Ovid Filter section in the database field guides for:

Ovid MEDLINE

Ovid Embase

Here is a direct link to view our wide selection of special Focused Search filters in OvidGO! - https://tools.ovid.com/ovidgo/searches/

How to use the "Special" Ovid filters in Ovid databases

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