Infectious Diseases, Prevention and Control

Clinical and Case Reports

Case reports may provide a patient's demographic data, but they generally describe an exceptional or original event. Case reports have long been an important part of medical education, since they provide a framework for case-based learning and application. A case report is a complete account of a patient's symptoms, diagnosis, signs, therapy, and follow-up in medicine. Only a few additional case reports include a literature evaluation of previously known instances. Case reports are expert narratives that provide input on clinical practice recommendations and provide a framework for early warning signs of adverse events, efficacy, and cost. They can be disseminated for educational, scientific, or medicinal objectives.