INTRODUCTION

This User Guide contains the following sections:

• The Sample Query Screens list all query fields for each textbase. In addition, these sample screens give access to the help screen for each field. The field help screens guide the user with definitions, search tips, and

• The Sample Records show how the information is listed and formatted for the records in each section of the OncologyKnowledgeBASE.

• The Keyword Search section describes the advantages and disadvantages of using a generalized Keyword Search.

• The Word Wheels section describes Word Wheels and gives hints for using them.

• The Building Effective Queries section describes how to create queries to pull out only the information wanted. It includes general search tips as well as specific sample queries.

• The FAQ section lists some of our users most frequent comments and questions.

• Our License Agreement lists the terms and conditions of use for the OncologyknowledgeBase.