Case reports

Case reports describe interesting or unusual cases and provide clinical insight into patient care. The generally accepted format for a case report includes a title, introduction/background, case, discussion, conclusion and references. Case reports undergo a double-blind peer review process prior to acceptance.

Word count

Maximum 1000 words; include subheadings (Background or Introduction, Case, Discussion 
and Conclusion)

Abstract

Not required; include 3–5 keywords.

Figures/tables

Maximum 3; these do not contribute to the word count

References

Maximum 10

Case series

Case series describe interesting or unusual cases involving one to five patients in similar situations and provide clinical insight into patient care, such as strategies for treatment and management where applicable. The generally accepted format for a case series includes a title, introduction/background, case, discussion, conclusions and references. Case series undergo a double-blind peer review process prior to acceptance.

Word count

Maximum 1500 words; include subheadings (Background or Introduction, Case, Discussion 
and Conclusion)

Abstract

Maximum 100 words, unstructured; include 3–5 keywords

Figures/tables

Maximum 5; these do not contribute to the word count

References

Maximum 15