How to write a case report.

UNLABELLED Case reports form an invaluable source of learning and discussion material. The aim of this article is to provide some guidance to help authors who are thinking of submitting reports for future publication. Some common pitfalls are highlighted, as well as useful hints to increase the authors' chances of publication. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Case reports often introduce readers to new clinical techniques and allow them so see how treatment can be made more efficient and effective.