Table 1: Criteria used to evaluate case reports submitted to CMAJ
Summary
Does the summary give a succinct description of the case and its implications?
Introduction
Is the case new or uncommon, with important public health implications?
Is the rationale for reporting the case adequately explained?
Has an adequate review of the literature been done?
Description of the case
Is the case described briefly but comprehensively?
Is the case described clearly?
Are the results of investigations and treatments described adequately, including doses, schedule and duration of treatment?
Are the results of less common laboratory investigations accompanied by normal values?
Comments
Is the evidence to support the author's diagnosis presented?
Are other plausible explanations considered and refuted?
Are the implications and relevance of the case discussed?
Is the evidence to support the author's recommendations presented adequately?
Does the author indicate directions for future investigation or management of similar cases?
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