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Document Type Definitions (DTDs) for NLM Databases

The purpose of a DTD (Document Type Definition) is to define the building blocks of an XML document. It defines the document structure with a list of allowable elements. Below are the DTDs that define NLM's XML data.

DTDs for NLM's Leased Databases

MEDLINE®/PubMed® DTDs:

Current (2009)Forthcoming (2010)

  A single DTD replaces the four currently in use:



NLM Catalog DTDs:

Former (2009)Current (2010)


 A single DTD replaces the three formerly used:



Other Databases:

Current (2009)Forthcoming (2010)

  No DTD changes expected for 2010

See also the Entrez DTDs.

DTDs for Data Supporting NLM's Leased Databases:

Current (2009)Forthcoming (2010)

  List of Serials Indexed for Online Users (LSIOU)

 2009 MeSH®


  List of Serials Indexed for Online Users (LSIOU)

 2010 MeSH®

For more information, see the MeSH Download page.

Last reviewed: 24 November 2009
Last updated: 24 November 2009
First published: 17 October 2006
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