cdsr

cdsr stands for the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, a leading resource for high-quality systematic reviews in healthcare. It is part of the Cochrane Library, produced by the Cochrane Collaboration and published by Wiley. The CDSR compiles peer-reviewed systematic reviews and protocols that evaluate the effects of health interventions. Reviews cover a wide range of topics including prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, diagnosis, and prognosis, and are written using standardized methods designed to minimize bias. Each review typically includes a clear question, eligibility criteria, search strategy, study selection, data extraction, risk of bias assessment, and synthesis of results. Many reviews use meta-analysis and report effect estimates, heterogeneity, and, where possible, certainty of evidence via frameworks such as GRADE.

The CDSR is updated on a regular schedule, with new and updated reviews added weekly. It serves as a foundational resource for clinicians, researchers, and policy-makers seeking evidence-based guidance. Access to the CDSR is through the Cochrane Library, typically requiring a subscription or institutional access, though some content may be accessible open access.

The acronym CDSR can also refer to other entities in different fields; this article discusses the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews.