
{"id":35905,"date":"2025-04-25T09:52:37","date_gmt":"2025-04-25T09:52:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.editage.com\/insights\/?p=35905"},"modified":"2025-05-05T08:08:12","modified_gmt":"2025-05-05T08:08:12","slug":"what-makes-a-good-case-report","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.editage.com\/insights\/what-makes-a-good-case-report","title":{"rendered":"What Makes a Good Case Report?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Does every medical breakthrough start in a lab? Think again. Some may begin with a clinician\u2019s insight and a well-written case report. Case reports are often viewed as entry-level publications in medicine, seen as low on the evidence hierarchy. But they\u2019ve <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.care-statement.org\/case-reports\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.care-statement.org\/case-reports\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">marked key milestones in medicine<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2014from the first reports about AIDS to the recognition of thalidomide\u2019s side effects. Case reports can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5820008\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5820008\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">fill critical gaps<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> by spotting rare conditions, flagging unexpected drug reactions, or generating new research ideas. They can even help clinicians build essential writing and reasoning skills. They\u2019re a powerful way to showcase clinical expertise and contribute to the literature. And for first-time authors, writing a case report can be an excellent entry point into academic publishing.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><b>Things know before you publish a case report\u00a0<\/b><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While every patient or case a clinician or medical researcher works with is important to them, not every clinical anecdote will make a good case report. If a case simply repeats what\u2019s already known without offering new insight, it may not be worth writing up. And although case reports are often considered one of the more \u201ceasier\u201d types of academic papers, there are still important factors you need to understand to master the art of writing and publishing impactful ones. So, consider these points before you put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><b>Choose a compelling case:<\/b><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> A strong case report has a clear reason to be reported. Pick a case that is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5686928\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5686928\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">novel, rare, or illustrates an important point<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. So, what does that mean? It could be a case that documents a never-before-known condition, an uncommon presentation of a common disease, or an interesting or unusual treatment outcome. Ask yourself: <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><i>What is the message or lesson from this case, and how can it help others in the field?<\/i><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> See the case through its entire clinical course. It is even suggested to wait for around six months before beginning to write the case report.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><i>Tip: Do a literature search to ensure the case or the core message or results you are trying to highlight haven\u2019t been published already.<\/i><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><b>Include all relevant team members: <\/b><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ensure you include all the clinicians and team members <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/amjcaserep.com\/abstract\/table\/idArt\/942670\/id\/t1-amjcaserep-24-e942670\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/amjcaserep.com\/abstract\/table\/idArt\/942670\/id\/t1-amjcaserep-24-e942670\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">who were directly involved in the case<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Not only will their input be valuable for accuracy, but medical journals also expect that authors of a case report are actually involved in the patient\u2019s care. Especially if you are a student or junior doctor, don\u2019t try to go it alone. Discuss the case with your seniors or mentors, since they will be able to help you identify gaps or errors and also the key points to include, which will be crucial in guiding your write-up.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><i>Tip: Check your target journal\u2019s authorship criteria to ensure you\u2019ve included all relevant contributors.<\/i><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><b>Collecting all the details: <\/b><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Details really do make all the difference! Make sure you have <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/amjcaserep.com\/abstract\/table\/idArt\/942670\/id\/t1-amjcaserep-24-e942670\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/amjcaserep.com\/abstract\/table\/idArt\/942670\/id\/t1-amjcaserep-24-e942670\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">all relevant data from the patient\u2019s journey<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, including the history, physical exam findings, imaging and lab results, and follow-up information. If your patient was diagnosed via a specific test, for instance, an MRI, include the results (when required and feasible, consider including the image as a figure). Covering these bases can go a long way in lending credibility and validity to your diagnosis or observations.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><i>Tip: Ensure <\/i><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bmj.com\/content\/350\/bmj.h2693\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.bmj.com\/content\/350\/bmj.h2693\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><i>you have access<\/i><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><i> to the required and relevant medical notes, hospital records, and laboratory results.<\/i><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><b>Get the patient\u2019s consent:<\/b><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> This is non-negotiable. Before writing a case report for publication, always get <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7873802\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7873802\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">clear, written, informed consent<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> from the patient, or from a parent or legal guardian if the patient is a minor or unable to give consent themselves. Ideally, patients should know and understand that their case will be published and what that entails. For instance, let them know their case won\u2019t just be published and seen widely, but that even if you remove names and details, there is still a chance they might be recognized. They should also have the chance to read the report and check any images. You can either use your institution\u2019s consent form or one provided by the journal (check with your target journal, as using their own form is mandatory for some journals).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><i>Tip: Keep a record of the written consent in case you need to produce it at some point.<\/i><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><b>Protect the patient\u2019s privacy:<\/b><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Even if you have their consent, never compromise your patient\u2019s privacy. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7873802\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7873802\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Anonymize all data and images<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. And this doesn\u2019t just apply to their names, remove any identifying details to protect confidentiality, in both the text and images. If you include a patient photo or imaging that has any identifying features, ensure you have explicit permission and, usually, a statement in the manuscript that consent for publication of the image was obtained. Some journals like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bmj.com\/about-bmj\/resources-authors\/forms-policies-and-checklists\/patient-confidentiality\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.bmj.com\/about-bmj\/resources-authors\/forms-policies-and-checklists\/patient-confidentiality\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><i>The BMJ<\/i><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> require authors to submit a signed patient consent form provided by the journal when identifying details are to be published.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><i>Tip: If can be easy to miss some details so always double check if all identifiable patient data is anonymized.<\/i><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><b>Target the right journal:<\/b><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Not all journals may have a case report section, so first check if the journal you are targeting publishes case reports. Also ensure that your topic fits within its scope, as this may vary among different journals even for case reports. For example, some journals may be more inclined to publish rare diagnostic cases, while others may prefer publishing novel surgical techniques. There may also be instances where a case might be suitable for more than one journal. Say, if it is a pediatric cardio case, which may work well for a pediatrics journal or one that focuses on cardiology. So, make sure you choose a journal whose scope not only aligns with your case but also <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/amjcaserep.com\/abstract\/table\/idArt\/942670\/id\/t1-amjcaserep-24-e942670\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/amjcaserep.com\/abstract\/table\/idArt\/942670\/id\/t1-amjcaserep-24-e942670\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">reaches your target audience<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Other <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jmedicalcasereports.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s13256-017-1351-y\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/jmedicalcasereports.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s13256-017-1351-y\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">important factors to consider<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> may include the impact factor, indexing, and publishing model (e.g., open access requirements).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><i>Tip: Reading a few recently published case reports from the journals you are considering can give you a sense of the kind of cases they publish, the style and expectations.<\/i><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><b>Follow journal formatting guidelines: <\/b><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Journal<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">formatting requirements, which may seem like little things can actually trip up authors and not following them can lead to rejections. To avoid delays in publication or desk rejections, make sure you <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5686928\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5686928\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">follow the target journal\u2019s instructions<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to the T, including manuscript structure (sections), formatting, citation style, word count, and number of images and their formatting.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><i>Tip: Some journals provide case report templates\u2014check if your target journal requires one and be sure to use it as instructed.<\/i><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><b>Write clearly and accurately: <\/b><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ensure that your writing is clear and that the case is presented accurately. Make sure the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4175810\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4175810\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">timeline of events<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> is clear and include negative results or findings when relevant. Use straightforward sentence structure and define abbreviations when required. Ensure that your interpretations, conclusions, and recommendations are clear and consistent.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><i>Tip: Only include content that <\/i><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/amjcaserep.com\/abstract\/table\/idArt\/942670\/id\/t1-amjcaserep-24-e942670\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/amjcaserep.com\/abstract\/table\/idArt\/942670\/id\/t1-amjcaserep-24-e942670\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><i>hasn\u2019t been published elsewhere<\/i><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><i>, even in the form of abstracts or posters. If presented before, acknowledge this and check your target journal\u2019s policies regarding such submissions.<\/i><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><b>Also read: <\/b><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.editage.com\/insights\/tips-to-create-effective-clinical-case-reports\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.editage.com\/insights\/tips-to-create-effective-clinical-case-reports\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><b>Importance of a case report and how to create an effective one<\/b><\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A well-written case report can be a reflection of your clinical insight, critical thinking, and commitment to advancing medicine. For students and early-career researchers, it\u2019s also a chance to step into academic publishing and building their profile. Even if it is just one patient\u2019s story, you could be shaping the questions that can shape future discoveries.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Does every medical breakthrough start in a lab? Think again. Some may begin with a clinician\u2019s insight and a well-written case report. Case reports are often viewed as entry-level publications in medicine, seen as low on the evidence hierarchy. 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