{"id":36243,"date":"2025-05-26T19:15:17","date_gmt":"2025-05-26T13:45:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.editage.com\/insights\/?p=36243"},"modified":"2025-06-03T12:14:52","modified_gmt":"2025-06-03T06:44:52","slug":"case-report-writing-best-practices-and-pitfalls-to-avoid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.editage.com\/insights\/case-report-writing-best-practices-and-pitfalls-to-avoid","title":{"rendered":"Case Report Writing: Best Practices and Pitfalls to Avoid"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW100768708 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100768708 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal (Web)\">Writing a case report can feel overwhelming, especially if you are new to the process. In the medical field, case reports are essential for analyzing identified problems, diagnosing conditions, and developing solutions based on recurring patterns.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW87541237 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW87541237 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal (Web)\">Even after conducting a thorough study, writing the case report can be challenging. What should a case report include? Is there a specific format to follow? How long should it be? Read on to find the answers to these questions!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>How to Write a Case Report<\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113013458 BCX0\">Case <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113013458 BCX0\">report<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113013458 BCX0\"> writing can be divided into two phases: the pre-writing phase and the writing phase. The pre-writing phase helps <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113013458 BCX0\">structure<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113013458 BCX0\"> the draft of your case report<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113013458 BCX0\">, making<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113013458 BCX0\"> the actual writing process<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113013458 BCX0\">more <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113013458 BCX0\">efficient<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113013458 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW243640980 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW243640980 BCX0\">Pre-writing Phase:<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Select a case based on your research problem and frame a research question. Generally, a case report details a patient\u2019s <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Develop an appropriate theoretical framework. You may report unusual observations, adverse reactions to new therapies or treatments, introduce a new theory, or expand upon\/challenge an existing one.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Collect data that are pertinent to your case through observations, clinical trials, interviews, or surveys. Be thorough in gathering relevant data.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Analyze the case by highlighting key facts, identifying the root causes of the problems, and exploring potential solutions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW223009010 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW223009010 BCX0\">Writing Phase:<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Introduction:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> State the key problem and provide a concise background, relevant facts, and supporting evidence.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Case description:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Describe your case in detail, including participant information, data collection techniques used, and methodologies used.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Solutions and outcomes:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Present specific solutions for the identified problem and clearly outline the results.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Discussion and conclusions:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Discuss the implications of your findings, highlighting both strengths and limitations. Summarize key results and recommend strategies for implementing the proposed solutions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Formats Used for a Case Report<\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">The format of a case report differs significantly from that of a research article, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">though <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">core <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">components <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">remain<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\"> the same: a <\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">representative title<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">,<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">an <\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">abstract<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">an<\/span> <\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">introduction section<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">a <\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">case description<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">, <\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">outcomes<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">, <\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">discussion<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">, <\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">conclusion\/summary<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">, and <\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">references<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">As with any <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">research paper, use <\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">figures<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\"> and <\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">tables<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW83246847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\"> as needed<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\"> to enhance clarity<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW83246847 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202223244 BCX0\">General guidelines for drafting and formatting a case <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202223244 BCX0\">report<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202223244 BCX0\">:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When describing and analyzing a case, provide contextual details, link findings to existing literature and theory, and discuss broader implications.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">For medical case reports, follow the\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/static1.squarespace.com\/static\/5db7b349364ff063a6c58ab8\/t\/5db7bf175f869e5812fd4293\/1572323098501\/CARE-checklist-English-2013.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">CARE Checklist<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">to ensure completeness and transparency.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">A typical word count for case reports ranges from <b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">500 to 1,500 words<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, depending on the research problem, target journal guidelines, and academic discipline.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Some case reports may have a limit on the number of references that can be cited.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110179124 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110179124 BCX0\">Pro <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110179124 BCX0\">t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110179124 BCX0\">ip:<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW110179124 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110179124 BCX0\">Always check the submission guidelines of <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110179124 BCX0\">your<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW110179124 BCX0\"> target journal for word and reference limits, as well as any specific formatting requirements.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Best Practices for Writing a Good Case Report<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW52443334 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW52443334 BCX0\">Craft a compelling title<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW52443334 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW52443334 BCX0\">The title of your case report is the first element that captures the reader\u2019s attention. <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW52443334 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW52443334 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW52443334 BCX0\">Make it clear, jargon-free, and descriptive enough to convey the study\u2019s context effectively.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW72037853 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW72037853 BCX0\">Keep it concise yet informative<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW72037853 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW72037853 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264450844 BCX0\">Unlike a research article, a case report should present its analysis in an accessible and engaging manner. Remember, the goal is to provide readers with sufficient information to understand the complex <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW72037853 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW72037853 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW264450844 BCX0\">situation and how the proposed solutions address the research problem.<\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW72037853 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW72037853 BCX0\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97637506 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97637506 BCX0\">Ensure a thorough analysis<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97637506 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97637506 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW31398589 BCX0\">A case report offers an opportunity to educate the research community about complex phenomena within their natural context, especially in the medical field. Your analysis should examine the case\u2019s details\u2014background, context, and behavioral patterns\u2014to <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97637506 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97637506 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97637506 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW31398589 BCX0\">identify<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW31398589 BCX0\"> key insights. Focus on delivering valuable and meaningful content rather than just meeting a word count.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW217946179 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217946179 BCX0\"><strong>End on a thought-provoking note<\/strong><br \/>\n<span class=\"TextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\">Just as a marketing copy concludes with <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW146307996 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\" data-ccp-charstyle-defn=\"{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;ac0262f4-8a9e-5820-b908-2d943c5f7113|1&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[201342446,&quot;1&quot;,201342447,&quot;5&quot;,201342448,&quot;1&quot;,201342449,&quot;1&quot;,469777841,&quot;Calibri&quot;,469777842,&quot;&quot;,469777843,&quot;Calibri&quot;,469777844,&quot;Calibri&quot;,201341986,&quot;1&quot;,469769226,&quot;Calibri&quot;,268442635,&quot;22&quot;,469775450,&quot;normaltextrun&quot;,201340122,&quot;1&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,469778129,&quot;normaltextrun&quot;,335572020,&quot;1&quot;,469778324,&quot;Default Paragraph Font&quot;]}\">a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\"> \u201c<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW146307996 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">call-to-action<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\">,<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW146307996 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">\u201d <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\">your case <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\">report<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\"> should <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\">leave<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\"> readers reflect<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\">ing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\"> on a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\"> key <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\">point <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\">from<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\"> your <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\">study<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\">. Engaging your audience beyond the final paragraph can <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\">spark<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146307996 BCX0\"> discussion and lay the groundwork for future research.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Common Pitfalls to Avoid<\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210482891 BCX0\">Although case <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210482891 BCX0\">reports<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210482891 BCX0\"> provide critical information and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210482891 BCX0\">drive<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210482891 BCX0\"> further research, they are not without challenges. Here are <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210482891 BCX0\">a few<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW210482891 BCX0\"> common pitfalls to avoid.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW74628610 BCX0\">Lack of <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW74628610 BCX0\">a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW74628610 BCX0\">clear research objective<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW74628610 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259829474 BCX0\">Failing to define<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW74628610 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW74628610 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW74628610 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW74628610 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259829474 BCX0\"> a clear research question or <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259829474 BCX0\">objective<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259829474 BCX0\"> makes the study unfocused. Ensure that <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259829474 BCX0\">your<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259829474 BCX0\"> case report<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259829474 BCX0\"> addresses a specific problem, hypothesis, or learning <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259829474 BCX0\">objective<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW259829474 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW53514894 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW53514894 BCX0\">Poor case selection<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW53514894 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW53514894 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW235709121 BCX0\">Choosing a case that is not representative or relevant can weaken the study\u2019s applicability. <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW53514894 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW53514894 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW235709121 BCX0\">Always s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW235709121 BCX0\">elect cases that are significant, unique, or <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW235709121 BCX0\">offer<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW53514894 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW53514894 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW235709121 BCX0\"> valuable insights into the broader research problem.<\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW53514894 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW53514894 BCX0\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW14092847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14092847 BCX0\">Overgeneralization of findings<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW14092847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14092847 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\">Typically, a <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW14092847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14092847 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\">clinical <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\">case <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\">report<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\">focuses on<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\"> a specific <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\">medical condition or therapy<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\"> and may not be widely generalizable.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\"> Therefore, a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\">void making broad claims without sufficient evidence<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\"> and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\">be sure to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\">discuss<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW14092847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14092847 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW244302266 BCX0\"> the study\u2019s limitations.<\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW14092847 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14092847 BCX0\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW60099071 BCX0\">Not<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW60099071 BCX0\"> address<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW60099071 BCX0\">ing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW60099071 BCX0\"> ethical considerations<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW60099071 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125344705 BCX0\">Always d<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW60099071 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125344705 BCX0\">iscuss ethical implications when relevant.<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125344705 BCX0\">E<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125344705 BCX0\">nsure compliance with ethical standards<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125344705 BCX0\">, such as <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125344705 BCX0\">informed consent<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125344705 BCX0\"> and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125344705 BCX0\">confidentiality<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125344705 BCX0\">, especially<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW60099071 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125344705 BCX0\"> when the case involves human subjects.<\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW60099071 BCX0\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW219698730 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219698730 BCX0\">Incomplete data analysis<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW219698730 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219698730 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65318929 BCX0\">Simply d<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65318929 BCX0\">escribing <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65318929 BCX0\">a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65318929 BCX0\"> case without <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65318929 BCX0\">critical analysis <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65318929 BCX0\">reduces its academic value.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65318929 BCX0\"> Always interpret <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65318929 BCX0\">your<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65318929 BCX0\"> findings using <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65318929 BCX0\">relevant frameworks, theories, or methodologies<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65318929 BCX0\"> to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65318929 BCX0\">provide<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65318929 BCX0\"> deeper insights<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW219698730 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219698730 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW65318929 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW219698730 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219698730 BCX0\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW6732801 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW6732801 BCX0\">Ignoring alternative explanations<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW6732801 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW6732801 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23506976 BCX0\">Presenting only one interpretation of the case <\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW6732801 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW6732801 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23506976 BCX0\">may introduce bias<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23506976 BCX0\">.<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23506976 BCX0\">Consider alternative perspectives<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23506976 BCX0\">, provide well-supported explanations,<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW6732801 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW6732801 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23506976 BCX0\"> and acknowledge potential limitations.<\/span><\/span><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW6732801 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW6732801 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"EOP SCXW195338339 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99025940 BCX0\">Writing a case report can be a straightforward process <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99025940 BCX0\">when<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99025940 BCX0\"> you follow the<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99025940 BCX0\"> right<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99025940 BCX0\"> guidelines. A well-structured case <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99025940 BCX0\">report<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99025940 BCX0\">presents<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99025940 BCX0\"> compelling real-world evidence, illustrating practical applications, challenges, and solutions that inform and inspire decision-making.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Writing a case report can feel overwhelming, especially if you are new to the process. In the medical field, case reports are essential for analyzing identified problems, diagnosing conditions, and developing solutions based on recurring patterns. Even after conducting a thorough study, writing the case report can be challenging. What should a case report include? 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