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How to write a patient case report.

Henry Cohen1

  • 1Arnold & Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, Long Island University, Brooklyn, NY 11203, USA. hcohenliu@aol.com

American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy : AJHP : Official Journal of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists
|September 23, 2006
PubMed
Summary

This guide outlines the essential sections for writing effective patient case reports, particularly those detailing medication-related events. Following this structure ensures comprehensive and valuable medical literature contributions.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Writing
  • Scientific Communication
  • Clinical Case Studies

Background:

  • Patient case reports are crucial for disseminating novel medical information.
  • Medication-related reports require specific attention to detail and structure.
  • Existing guidelines may not fully address the nuances of comprehensive case report writing.

Framework:

  • A structured format including Abstract, Introduction/Objective, Case Presentation, Discussion, and Conclusion is recommended.
  • The Abstract should summarize all key sections.
  • The Introduction must establish novelty and include a thorough literature review.

Implementation:

  • The Case Presentation section requires chronological detail for validity assessment.
  • The Discussion is pivotal for evaluating accuracy, uniqueness, and comparing with literature.

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  • Recommendations should be evidence-based and practically applicable.

    • Implications:

    • Well-structured case reports enhance the validity and impact of medical literature.
    • This format facilitates the derivation of new medical knowledge.
    • Standardized reporting can lead to vital future research and improved patient care.