Getting the Most from Openda Search

The more precisely you craft your search, the more relevant your results. This guide covers the techniques experienced users rely on.

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Keyword syntax: Keywords can be full words (e.g., pacemaker), partial words (e.g., hemorrha - matches hemorrhage, hemorrhagic, etc.), or compound expressions (e.g., hemorrhagic stroke). Do not use quotation marks, unless you want a literal search.

The OR operator ( | ): Within a single keyword field, include multiple synonyms separated by a vertical bar. Example: nodule|mass|malignant|C34.9. Being comprehensive with synonyms dramatically increases relevant results.

The AND operator (Add Term): Click Add Term to create a new keyword row. Multiple rows are combined with AND logic, are port must match all rows to appear.

Report vs. Impression scope: Full report searches everything including clinical history and technique. Impression-only searches the radiologist’s summary, recommended for diagnosis-specific queries.

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Pro Tips

•      Start broad, then narrow. Run an initial search with fewer constraints to see data availability.

•      Use the OR operator generously - radiologists use varied terminology for the same condition.

•      Combine “Contains (no negations)” for primary terms with “Excludes” for filtering out unwanted conditions.

•      If you don’t find what you need, reach out - our team can help optimize your search or check availability.

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