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    Hello, we wanted to ask what is required when submitting a website with a search function for PAAB review. We understand that the programming of the search function, along with any limitations would need to be reviewed. Additionally, we understand that the structure of the presentation of the search results would need to be reviewed. Are we required to submit all search terms with their results, or would an explanation of the search programming, along the structure of search results be sufficient for review?

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      Hello, we wanted to ask what is required when submitting a website with a search function for PAAB review. We understand that the programming of the search function, along with any limitations would need to be reviewed. Additionally, we understand that the structure of the presentation of the search results would need to be reviewed. Are we required to submit all search terms with their results, or would an explanation of the search programming, along the structure of search results be sufficient for review?

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      Hello @medwriter

      Yes, the programmed search terms + their associated results should be disclosed. If there are non-programmed search terms, the programming logic should be submitted for review. At that time, PAAB will provide feedback on the feasibility of the proposed logic. The type of website (ex. branded vs unbranded, HCP vs patient vs consumer, etc.) and how results will display, will determine the restrictions that need to be applied upon the search function programming.

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        Hello @medwriter

        Yes, the programmed search terms + their associated results should be disclosed. If there are non-programmed search terms, the programming logic should be submitted for review. At that time, PAAB will provide feedback on the feasibility of the proposed logic. The type of website (ex. branded vs unbranded, HCP vs patient vs consumer, etc.) and how results will display, will determine the restrictions that need to be applied upon the search function programming.

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        @jennifer-carroll Thank you kindly for the prompt response!

        To follow up, we would want to better understand how we should submit programming logic for non-programmed search terms for review. Would submitting the source code work?

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          @jennifer-carroll Thank you kindly for the prompt response!

          To follow up, we would want to better understand how we should submit programming logic for non-programmed search terms for review. Would submitting the source code work?

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          @medwriter

          The submission letter should provide a general explanation of what the proposed programming logic would be and provide representative examples for the boundaries of a search. Basically, provide an outline of how your logic works and include the algorithms, data structures, and any significant design decisions that are applicable.
          For non-programmed search terms, it is important to have boundaries programmed into the search function results. The user may type in whatever they wish, but the search results should be restricted per the applicable scenario/situation. Consider two examples for an HCP-branded website:

          1. Using negative search terms so that no potential off-label therapeutic areas are presented in the search results for a specific product.
          2. Post-gate on a pan-product, pan-therapeutic area site, should the user type in a brand name of a product, the search results should not bring up any material from the unbranded section of the website and vise versa (siloed approach to search should be implemented.

          Should you require a more prescriptive response, we suggest submitting an opinion or arranging a consult meeting where you could provide examples outlining the type of site, content, and expected search functionality.

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            @Jennifer-Carroll Thank you kindly for the response.

            This helps provides our team with some starting points to consider. Should we need further response, we will be sure to submit an opinion, or arrange a consult meeting as suggested.

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