CARE checklists for Case Reports

The CARE checklist for case reports is a reporting guideline developed to improve the quality and transparency of clinical case reports. It explains what information authors should include when describing patient cases in medical and health research. The checklist covers essential elements such as patient information, clinical findings, diagnostic assessment, and outcomes. Journals and peer reviewers use CARE to assess completeness and ethical reporting. Adhering to the checklist improves clarity, credibility, and educational value of case reports. CARE is recommended for researchers and clinicians submitting case reports to peer-reviewed journals.