Ten Tips on How to Write and Publish a Case Report

Abstract

Case report is a form of medical writing that describes an unusual presentation of common diseases, a rare disease / phenomenon, or a novel treatment of disease in a scientific manner. Case report is often seen as an easy and quick form of medical writing. However, it can be daunting at times, if the writer does not know where to begin and how to write different sections of a case report. We share ten easy and practical tips that can help novice and expert medical writer alike, to draft a ‘publication’ worthy case report in the minimum amount of time. These tips will help the writer to avoid common mistakes associated with case reports.