A case study critically assesses an event, a place, personality, or situation to draw a conclusion. It uses all background information to identify the key problems and recommend further action. [1]
The case study approach allows in-depth, multi-faceted explorations of complex issues in their real-life settings. [2]
For example, case studies in healthcare may focus on an individual patient or ailment.
Sources:
1. Barbara, Dr. "What is a Case Study | Format, Outline & Examples". MyPerfectWords. Retrieved 2023-01-03.
2. Crowe, S., Cresswell, K., Robertson, A. et al. The case study approach. BMC Medical Research Methodology 11, 100 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2288-11-100
Review examples of case study articles below
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