Abstract:

Objective To develop a publication check list to improve the quality of rare disease case reporting. Methods Through literature review, 14 sections and 48 items of the alternative publication list for rare disease case reports were formulated. The experts were back-to-back consulted on the items of the alternative publication list. Results A total of 65 consultation sheets for expert opinion were issued by the real-name system, and 52 valid expert opinions were received within a limited period of time. Based on the combined summary of the CARE list and the results of expert opinions, 13 sections and 33 items of publication check list for rare disease case reporting were formed, which were the minimum publication requirements for rare disease case reporting. Conclusions Authors and editors should check this consensus publication check list when reporting rare diseases and pay attention to the scientificity, integrity, and transparency of reports so as to provide readers with more valuable information.

Key words: rare disease, case reporting, publication check list